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NJ A376
NJ A376Allows each county to create central registry and provide emergency supply kits to distribute to senior residents during emergencies.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill allows each county in the State to establish a central registry that allows senior residents, 65 years of age or older, to voluntarily register to receive additional assistance during an emergency. A county that creates a central registry is to conduct a public awareness campaign, utilizing the Internet and any other available resources, to inform the general public of the importance of registration by senior residents so that appropriate preparations may be made to ensure that these individuals receive necessary assistance. Each county in the State may prepare and provide emergency supply kits for senior residents, who have registered to receive additional assistance. The items within these emergency supply kits would be determined by each county office of emergency management in accordance with section 20 of P.L.1989, c.222 (C.App.A:9-43.3).
AI Summary
This bill allows each county to create a voluntary central registry for senior residents, defined as individuals 65 years or older, to receive extra help during emergencies. Counties establishing this registry must inform the public about its importance through awareness campaigns, using the internet and other resources. The registry, maintained by the county office of emergency management, will collect personal information like contact details and medical conditions, which will be kept confidential and used solely for emergency preparedness and assistance. Furthermore, counties are empowered to prepare and distribute emergency supply kits to registered senior residents, with the contents determined by each county's emergency management office. The bill also includes an appropriation from the General Fund for the operating expenses of preparing these kits.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A376 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A0500/376_I1.HTM |
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