This bill would require all employers in New Jersey to use the federal E-Verify system to check the work authorization status of new employees, with larger companies (100+ employees) starting by December 2020 and smaller businesses following by December 2021. The legislation prohibits employers from intentionally or knowingly hiring individuals who lack legal work authorization under federal law. To enforce these rules, the state would conduct random audits and investigate complaints, imposing civil penalties of $100 to $1,000 per violation for non-compliance. The Attorney General or county prosecutors would handle investigations into intentional violations, while state officials would rely on federal verification for immigration status rather than making independent determinations.
This bill, known as the Right to Know Act, requires New Jersey State Police to create and maintain a public database of undocumented immigrants who have been criminally charged or convicted and are currently in state, county, or municipal correctional facilities. The database would include each person's photograph, the specific crime they were charged with or convicted of, and the location and date of their release from custody. The legislation directly affects undocumented immigrants in the state's correctional system and the public who would have access to this information. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and aims to increase transparency regarding criminal justice involvement among undocumented individuals in New Jersey.
This bill requires social service workers at the state, county, and municipal levels in New Jersey to complete periodic training on implicit bias and cultural competency. The law mandates an annual online tutorial that must be finished by April 1 of every even-numbered year, along with additional annual training sessions directed by local or state supervisors. County and municipal boards, as well as state department heads, are responsible for verifying and reporting completion of these trainings as public information. The legislation defines key terms like implicit bias and cultural competency to ensure consistent understanding across all agencies.
This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Human Services to create a Haitian Migrant Assistance Program for undocumented Haitian migrants who have lived in the state for at least two years. The program would provide financial aid, help with housing and public benefits applications, employment support including language training, legal referrals, and community orientation services. It specifically targets individuals of Haitian descent without legal immigration status and aims to offer practical assistance with settlement and integration. The legislation defines eligible recipients and outlines seven categories of support including cash assistance, vocational training, and information about local services and civic processes.
This bill designates August 10 of each year as Ecuador Day in New Jersey to honor the country's independence and celebrate the state's large Ecuadorian immigrant community. The resolution requests the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials and citizens to observe the day with appropriate programs and activities. It recognizes the historical partnership between the United States and Ecuador, including trade relations and cultural exchanges, while highlighting New Jersey's significant population of Ecuadorian residents. The bill is a commemorative measure with no changes to laws or regulations.
This bill prohibits the use of publicly owned or controlled lands in New Jersey, such as parking lots, vacant lots, and garages, as staging areas or processing locations for federal immigration enforcement. It directly affects municipalities, counties, and state agencies by restricting how their property can be utilized for immigration operations while allowing existing leases to continue. The legislation requires officials to install signage on affected properties and provides free standardized signs for eligible private landowners like businesses and nonprofits to display similar restrictions. Additionally, the bill directs the Department of Community Affairs to publish online information about the rights of tenants and employees regarding federal immigration authority entry on public property.
This bill allocates $2 million from New Jersey's General Fund to the Department of Agriculture for the Northeast Organic Farming Association of New Jersey to support specific agricultural programs. The funding is distributed across seven targeted initiatives, including grants for on-farm infrastructure and equipment lending, education on value-added processing, bulk supply purchasing, and technical assistance for underserved and Hispanic farming communities. The money is intended to help organic and regenerative farmers improve farm viability, access resources, and develop skills for growing and selling their products.
This bill designates April 10 of each year as "Dolores Huerta Day" in New Jersey to honor the legacy of Dolores Huerta, a prominent labor activist and civil rights leader. The resolution formally recognizes Huerta's contributions to organizing farm workers, advocating for social justice, and advancing equality for women and Latinos. It requests the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public observance of the day through appropriate activities and programs. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.
This New Jersey bill prohibits employers from hiring unauthorized aliens and mandates the use of the federal E-Verify system to confirm work eligibility. It requires all employers with 100 or more employees to use E-Verify for new hires after December 31, 2020, and smaller employers to comply after December 31, 2021. The state will conduct random audits and investigate complaints, imposing civil penalties of $100 to $1,000 per violation for non-compliance. Employers who intentionally or knowingly hire unauthorized aliens face criminal investigation by the Attorney General or county prosecutor, with work authorization status verified through federal channels rather than state officials.
This bill would remove eligibility for in-state tuition rates and certain state financial aid programs at New Jersey public colleges and universities for students without lawful immigration status. Under the proposed changes, only U.S. citizens and eligible noncitizens would qualify for these benefits, even if they meet other requirements like attending New Jersey high school for three years or more. The legislation also repeals existing provisions that allowed some undocumented students to participate in these programs, while leaving unchanged the eligibility rules for students holding T or U visas or dependents of certain visa holders.
