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A 4989

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1 million to DVA for suicide prevention training for personnel at State-run veterans' facilities.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Alex Sauickie

Provides a one-time $1 million appropriation to DVA to fund suicide prevention training for staff at state-run veterans' facilities.

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
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Bill Summary · A 4989

Summary of New Jersey Bill A-4989 (Session 222)

Title

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1 million to DVA for suicide prevention training for personnel at State-run veterans' facilities.

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill proposes a supplemental appropriation of $1,000,000 to the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DVA) in order to fund suicide prevention training for staff and personnel at state-run veterans' facilities.
  • The underlying aim is to enhance suicide prevention capabilities and response within facilities that provide care and services to veterans.

Key Provisions

  • Funding Amount: A one-time supplemental appropriation of $1,000,000.
  • Recipient: Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DVA).
  • Use of Funds: To be allocated specifically for suicide prevention training of personnel at state-run veterans' facilities.
  • Training Focus: Although not exhaustively detailed in the summary, the funds are intended to support training programs, materials, and activities that improve staff ability to identify, intervene, and respond to veterans at risk of suicide.
  • Timing: The bill designates a supplemental appropriation, indicating a near-term or immediate funding allocation to address urgent training needs.

Who is Affected

  • Primary Beneficiaries: Veterans receiving care or services at state-run veterans' facilities.
  • Direct Stakeholders: Staff and personnel employed by the DVA at these facilities, who would participate in the suicide prevention training.
  • State Agencies: Department of Military and Veterans Affairs administers and uses the funds for the designated training programs.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Introduced as A-4989 in the New Jersey Legislature, Session 222.
  • Sponsor: Co-sponsored by Alex Sauickie.
  • Next Steps (typical legislative process):
    • Assigned to appropriate committee(s) for review and approval.
    • Possible floor consideration by the full General Assembly.
    • If approved, concurrent or compatible action in the Senate and eventual signature by the Governor to become law.
  • Effective Date: Not specified in the summary; typically, effective dates are tied to when funds are appropriated or when the bill becomes law.

Potential Impact

  • Short-Term: Accelerates access to training funding, enabling facilities to implement or expand suicide prevention training programs for staff.
  • Long-Term: Aims to improve early identification and intervention for veterans at risk of suicide, potentially reducing incidents within state-run facilities and improving overall care and safety for veterans.
  • Budgetary Considerations: One-time $1 million appropriation; the bill does not specify ongoing funding beyond the supplemental amount.

This summary outlines the bill’s core purpose, financial mechanism, affected parties, and procedural context. For stakeholders, the key question is how the $1 million will be allocated (e.g., number of facilities served, program duration, training providers) and the reporting requirements once funds are disbursed.

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

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