Establishes Division of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in DCF.
Impact
The bill is poised to significantly impact state laws concerning the provision of services to persons with disabilities. By centralizing the management of these services under a specific division, the bill emphasizes the need for a coordinated approach that can prevent service duplication across governmental agencies. Establishing clear standards for service quality and scope aims to enhance the overall care and support for individuals facing such challenges in New Jersey.
Summary
Assembly Bill 1932 proposes the establishment of the Division of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities within the New Jersey Department of Children and Families. This division aims to provide tailored services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ensuring that their unique needs are met appropriately. The bill outlines the responsibilities of the division director, including identifying suitable programs, facilitating community service establishment, and overseeing the eligibility determination processes for various services.
Contention
While the bill seeks to improve the framework for supporting individuals with disabilities, potential points of contention may arise relating to funding and resource allocation necessary for effective implementation. Some stakeholders may argue about the adequacy of state resources to support the newly established division and its programs. Additionally, concerns may also be raised regarding the division's ability to meet the diverse and evolving needs of the community effectively.
Establishes Division of Advocacy for Developmentally Disabled within Office of Public Defender; designates public defender for developmentally disabled clients in criminal cases.
Establishes Division of Advocacy for Developmentally Disabled within Office of Public Defender; designates public defender for developmentally disabled clients in criminal cases.
Establishes "Persons with Disabilities and Senior Citizen Transportation Services Task Force" to study and make recommendations concerning ways to improve transportation services for persons with disabilities and senior citizens.
Requires Division of Developmental Disabilities, during public health emergency, to develop guidance for in-person visitation at community-based residential settings for individuals with developmental disabilities and require providers to allow such visitation.
Urging Pertinent State Agencies To Commit To Providing Culturally Appropriate Resources, Services, And Programs For Native Hawaiian Individuals With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities And Their Families And Care Providers.
Reaffirming The State's Commitment To Providing Culturally Appropriate Resources, Services, And Programs For Native Hawaiian Individuals And Families Experiencing Intellectual Developmental Disabilities.
Urging The Governor And Pertinent State Agencies To Commit To Provide Culturally Appropriate Resources, Services, And Programs For Native Hawaiian Individuals And Families Experiencing Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities.
Urging The Governor And Pertinent State Agencies To Commit To Provide Culturally Appropriate Resources, Services, And Programs For Native Hawaiian Individuals And Families Experiencing Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities.