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NJ S3048

NJ S3048
Concerns collection of data relating to Haitian migrants in NJ.


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Introduced
04/08/2024
In Committee
04/08/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill directs the Commissioner of the Department of Human Services to collect manage the collection of data on Haitian migrants in New Jersey, no matter their documentation status, from various sources such as federal, State, and local governments, and non-profit organizations. Haitian migrants in New Jersey have fled political unrest and financial trouble to live a safe and prosperous life in this State. Their journeys, whether they be by boat or on foot, are long and dangerous, sometimes leading to injury or death. New Jersey has the fourth largest Haitian-American population in the United States, as about 69,000 Haitian-Americans live in this State. As some of the Haitian migrants living in New Jersey are undocumented, it is difficult to know how many need assistance. Collecting data on Haitian migrants living in New Jersey, no matter their documentation status, will allow the State to help them more efficiently.

AI Summary

This bill directs the Commissioner of the Department of Human Services to collect and manage data on Haitian migrants in New Jersey, regardless of their documentation status, from various sources such as federal, state, and local governments, as well as non-profit organizations. The bill aims to better understand the population of Haitian migrants in the state, as many have fled political unrest and financial difficulties in their home country and undertaken dangerous journeys to seek safety and opportunity in New Jersey, which has the fourth-largest Haitian-American population in the United States. Collecting this data will allow the state to provide more efficient assistance to the Haitian migrant community.

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Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 04/08/2024)

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