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NJ A3464
NJ A3464Prohibits emergency homeless shelters from conditioning provision of shelter on enrollment in certain programs.
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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 prohibits emergency shelters for the homeless from conditioning the provision of shelter on a person's enrollment in certain programs. Under the provision of the bill, an emergency shelter for the homeless is required to provide shelter to a person for a minimum of 72 hours, regardless of whether the person is enrolled in a local, State, federal, or private assistance program, or is receiving any other services or benefits. The bill provides that following the initial 72 hours, an emergency homeless shelter may require an individual to apply for programs, assistance, or other services or benefits, as a condition of continued provision of shelter. An individual in compliance with this requirement would have to be provided with shelter for a period of no less than 90 days. The bill further provides that an emergency homeless shelter is not required to exceed its licensed capacity, plus any authorized excess capacity, in order to comply with these requirements. Further, the bill does not prohibit a shelter from refusing to provide shelter if the refusal is otherwise authorized by law or regulation.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that emergency homeless shelters must provide shelter for at least 72 hours to anyone seeking it, without requiring them to be enrolled in any assistance programs or receive other services as a condition of entry. After this initial 72-hour period, shelters can require individuals to begin applying for assistance programs, and those who comply must be provided shelter for at least 90 days. However, shelters are not obligated to exceed their licensed capacity, including any authorized excess capacity, and can still refuse shelter if otherwise permitted by law or regulation.
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/A3464 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A3500/3464_I1.HTM |
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