S 328 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Establishes early childhood pay-for-success programs; appropriates up to $25 million.

This bill establishes New Jersey's Early Childhood Pay-for-Success Program, appropriating up to $25 million to fund contracts with nonprofits or community groups that provide early childhood services (like preschool, health support, and home visits) to at-risk children and families. Under the program, state agencies (such as Children's Services or Education) can only pay these organizations if they meet specific, measurable outcomes - like improved child development or reduced long-term public costs - verified by an independent evaluator. The $25 million will be held in a dedicated trust fund, and organizations must submit annual reports on progress toward goals. The bill directly affects at-risk children and families receiving services, nonprofits administering programs, and state agencies managing contracts.
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024 Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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Patrick Diegnan
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