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NJ A1760
NJ A1760Directs DOLWD to identify, and post on website, employment opportunities with minimal barriers to entry for persons returning to workforce after imprisonment.
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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 charges the Department of Labor and Workforce Development with identifying those employment opportunities for person returning to the workforce after imprisonment, which have minimal barriers. The department is required to post, on an ongoing basis, this employment information on its website.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (DOLWD) to identify and post job openings on its website that have minimal barriers to entry for individuals returning to the workforce after being incarcerated, recognizing that employment is crucial for successful reintegration into society and that formerly incarcerated individuals often face significant obstacles like stigma and lack of education when seeking jobs.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Labor Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1760 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2000/1760_I1.HTM |
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