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A 5140

Establishes Task Force on Development and Implementation of Multi-Sector Plan on Aging.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Carol Murphy and 2 co-sponsors

Creates a formal Task Force to develop and implement a comprehensive, cross-sector aging plan to coordinate policies and programs for older adults in New Jersey.

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee
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Bill Summary · A 5140

Overview

  • Bill: A5140
  • Session: 222
  • Jurisdiction: New Jersey
  • Title: Establishes Task Force on Development and Implementation of Multi-Sector Plan on Aging
  • Sponsors: Co-sponsors Verlina Reynolds-Jackson and Carol Murphy

Purpose and intent

A5140 establishes a formal, multi-sector Task Force on the Development and Implementation of a Comprehensive Plan on Aging. The core goal is to coordinate and accelerate planning, policy development, and program implementation to address the needs of New Jersey’s aging population. The bill envisions a unified framework across state agencies and stakeholder groups to improve health, safety, independence, and quality of life for older adults and Island residents with aging-related needs.

Key provisions

  • Creation of a Task Force on Development and Implementation of a Multi-Sector Plan on Aging (the Task Force).
  • Composition: The Task Force would include representatives from relevant state departments (such as Health, Human Services, and Aging services), as well as non-governmental stakeholders (e.g., aging services organizations, health care providers, consumer advocates, academia, and possibly local governments). The exact roster would be defined in the bill or via subsequent rules/guidance.
  • Mandate: To develop a comprehensive, cross-sector plan on aging that addresses prevention, chronic disease management, long-term services and supports, housing, transportation, financial security, caregiver support, workforce development, and emergency preparedness for aging populations.
  • Timeline: The Task Force is expected to develop the plan within a specified period and recommend implementation steps, benchmarks, and funding needs. The bill would also outline milestones and potential periodic reporting to the Legislature.
  • Implementation framework: The plan would identify agency roles, coordination mechanisms, data-sharing considerations (privacy compliant), and performance metrics to monitor progress.
  • Funding and resources: Provisions may authorize or request funding and staff support for the Task Force’s operations, as well as potential sources of funding for plan initiatives (state programs, federal funds, grants, or public-private partnerships).
  • Reporting: The Task Force would be required to report findings, recommended policies, and an implementation timetable to the Legislature and potentially the Governor, with updates at defined intervals.
  • Sunset/continuity: The bill may include a sunset clause or provisions for renewal, contingent on legislative review or ongoing need, and outlines how the plan’s recommendations would be integrated into state agency planning beyond the Task Force’s term.

Who would be affected

  • State agencies involved in aging, health, housing, transportation, and social services.
  • Local governments and aging services providers that implement programs for older adults.
  • Older adults and individuals with aging-related needs, and their caregivers, who could benefit from coordinated policies and enhanced services.
  • Stakeholders in health care, housing, transportation, and financial security sectors who participate in or are affected by aging-related policy development.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Establishment of a formal Task Force with a defined mandate and scope.
  • Development of a multi-sector aging plan within a set timeframe.
  • Regular reporting to the Legislature and, potentially, the Governor.
  • Possible funding authorization or allocation to support Task Force activities.
  • Consideration of a sunset provision or mechanism for ongoing implementation, evaluation, and refinement of the plan.

Potential impact

  • Enhanced coordination across state agencies and stakeholders to address aging needs.
  • A comprehensive, actionable plan with clear roles, timelines, and metrics for improving aging-related outcomes.
  • Improved access to services, better caregiver support, and stronger alignment of policies across health, housing, transportation, and social supports for older adults.
  • Basis for future budgeting and program investments to implement aging initiatives.

Note: This summary reflects the bill’s stated structure and typical elements of similar aging-planning legislation. For precise language, definitions, and any updates from committee amendments, refer to the official bill text and fiscal notes.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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