New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A2972

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Authorizes payment for services rendered in excess of 40 hours per week under agency with choice self-directed employee model within self-directed services program.

Impact

The passage of A2972 would significantly impact the administrative operations of the self-directed services program, particularly under the agency with choice (AWC) model. It would allow fiscal intermediaries contracted by the Department of Human Services to pay SDEs for overtime work while ensuring compliance with both state and federal laws. This change responds to the practical needs of families and guardians who utilize the aforementioned services, expanding the workforce capabilities and ensuring a higher quality of care for the recipients of these services.

Summary

Assembly Bill A2972 seeks to amend existing regulations within the self-directed services program in New Jersey. The bill allows self-directed employees (SDEs) to be compensated for services rendered in excess of 40 hours per week, provided specific conditions are met. These conditions ensure that such overtime payments are authorized in each individual's personalized service plan and are aligned with the financial provisions established within their budgets. This legislative initiative aims to enhance the flexibility and support available to individuals with developmental disabilities receiving home-based care.

Contention

Notably, the bill addresses an existing limitation wherein SDEs were prohibited from working more than 40 hours per week, even if they were providing essential services to multiple individuals. There may be discussions regarding the financial implications this could have on funding allocated to the self-directed services program, as allowing overtime compensation might lead to increased costs. Stakeholders may debate the balance between providing adequate services to individuals with disabilities and the fiscal responsibilities of the state and its intermediaries in managing these funds.

Companion Bills

NJ A2867

Carry Over Authorizes payment for services rendered in excess of 40 hours per week under agency with choice self-directed employee model within self-directed services program.

Previously Filed As

NJ A2867

Authorizes payment for services rendered in excess of 40 hours per week under agency with choice self-directed employee model within self-directed services program.

NJ SB868

Developmental Disabilities Administration – Self–Directed Services (Self–Direction Act of 2022)

NJ HB1020

Developmental Disabilities Administration - Self-Directed Services (Self-Direction Act of 2022)

NJ S1030

Quality Self-directed Services

NJ H5991

Quality Self-directed Services

NJ S957

Requires Director of Division of Developmental Disabilities to align rates for self-directed employees with maximum service provider rates.

NJ S916

Requires Director of Division of Developmental Disabilities to align rates for self-directed employees with maximum service provider rates.

NJ A3577

Requires Director of Division of Developmental Disabilities to align rates for self-directed employees with maximum service provider rates.

NJ A1534

Requires Director of Division of Developmental Disabilities to align rates for self-directed employees with maximum service provider rates.

NJ SB1463

Developmental services: Self-Determination Program: Deputy Director of Self-Determination.

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