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NJ A2199

NJ A2199
Requires child abuse reporting hotline maintained by DCPP to provide information on resources available to victims and families.


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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026-2027 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill requires that the child abuse reporting hotline maintained by the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP) provide information on resources available to the victims of child abuse or neglect and their families. DCPP regularly contracts with community-based agencies throughout the State to provide a variety of services to children and families, including counseling, parenting skills classes, substance abuse treatment, in-home services, foster care, and residential placement. It is critical for families to be made aware of these services so that they are empowered to break the cycle of abuse and protect the most vulnerable residents of New Jersey.

AI Summary

This bill mandates that the child abuse reporting hotline, operated by the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP), must also offer information about available resources to children who have experienced abuse or neglect and their families, aiming to empower them with knowledge of services like counseling, parenting classes, and substance abuse treatment to help break cycles of harm.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee (on 01/13/2026)

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