Establishes a senior citizens telephone chat-line.
This bill establishes a statewide senior citizens telephone chat-line in New Jersey, connecting adults aged 60+ (or their family/guardians) with trained volunteers for weekly emotional support calls. Seniors register with details about their interests and preferred call times, while volunteers (18+) provide similar information to enable matching based on shared hobbies and location. The program requires the Division of Aging Services to maintain strict confidentiality of all participant information and call content. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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