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New Jersey Assembly Bill A4932

New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A4932

Introduced
10/21/24  

Caption

Requires provider of early intervention services to submit certain information to child's district of residence and DOE.

Impact

The bill specifically requires providers to notify the relevant parties 120 days before a child's third birthday, highlighting the necessity of preparedness for the transition to Part B services. This advance notification ensures that districts are equipped with necessary documentation and assessments to facilitate the continuity of care and education for these children. Additionally, compliance with this requirement will be essential for maintaining standards in early intervention services statewide, directly impacting service delivery and support for children and families.

Summary

Assembly Bill A4932 mandates that providers of early intervention services in New Jersey submit specific annual information to both the child's district of residence and the Department of Education (DOE). This information includes a list of eligible infants and toddlers receiving these services, thereby promoting increased transparency and oversight in the support provided to young children with disabilities. The bill aims to ensure that children's transition from early intervention services under Part C to the educational services provided under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is smooth and comprehensive.

Contention

Notably, the bill does impose penalties for providers who fail to comply with its requirements. The penalties outlined may include the revocation of funding, nullification of existing contracts, and restrictions on future contract opportunities. Many stakeholders may have mixed feelings about this enforcement mechanism, as while it emphasizes accountability, there are concerns about its impact on service providers, particularly smaller agencies that may struggle to meet these compliance standards. This leads to broader questions about how to balance strict regulatory frameworks without stifling essential services for vulnerable populations.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NJ A2942

Permits children age three through five to receive early intervention services under certain circumstances.

NJ A1019

Permits children age three through five to receive early intervention services under certain circumstances.

NJ A4311

Requires eligible children from birth to five to receive early intervention services.

NJ S3140

Requires eligible children from birth to five to receive early intervention services.

NJ HB375

Provides for the EarlySteps childhood disability intervention program and authorizes a fee schedule known as cost participation for services of the program (RE +$1,197,640 SG RV See Note)

NJ SCR43

Urges Governor and DOH to include "at-risk infants or toddlers" in New Jersey Early Intervention System.

NJ S2512

Establishes a task force managed by the children's cabinet to develop recommendations to improve access to early intervention and early childhood special education services.

NJ H7438

Establishes a task force managed by the children’s cabinet to develop recommendations to improve access to early intervention and early childhood special education services.

NJ H5164

Establishes a task force managed by the children’s cabinet to develop recommendations to improve access to early intervention and early childhood special education services.

NJ S0231

Establishes a task force managed by the children’s cabinet to develop recommendations to improve access to early intervention and early childhood special education services.

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