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NJ A816
NJ A816Increases fines for failing to report suspected abuse or exploitation of institutionalized elderly person.
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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 increases the fine for a person required to report suspected abuse or exploitation of an institutionalized elderly person, who fails to make a report, as well as the fine for the facility that employs the person. The bill increases the fine for the person from not more than $500 to not more than $1,500, and the fine for the facility from not more than $2,500 to not more than $5,000.
AI Summary
This bill increases the financial penalties for individuals and facilities that fail to report suspected abuse or exploitation of an institutionalized elderly person. Specifically, the maximum fine for an individual required to report, such as a caretaker or healthcare professional, will rise from $500 to $1,500, and the maximum fine for the facility employing that individual will increase from $2,500 to $5,000. These penalties are intended to ensure that vulnerable elderly individuals residing in facilities are protected from harm and that those with a duty to report such incidents do so promptly.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services 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/A816 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1000/816_I1.HTM |
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