Establishes "New Jersey Migrant and Refugee Assistance Act."
This bill establishes the "New Jersey Migrant and Refugee Assistance Act," creating a program within the Department of Human Services to help migrants and refugees access public assistance programs. The program connects individuals (including those from Haiti, Venezuela, and the Democratic Republic of Congo) with resources like housing, healthcare, job training, education, and legal services. It requires the Department to collaborate with local governments and community groups, run multilingual outreach campaigns, and submit annual reports tracking program effectiveness and service details. The law takes effect immediately.
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Introduced May 16, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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