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A 1605

Requires Division of Developmental Disabilities to make comprehensive list of its programs available to public.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Shama Haider and 1 co-sponsor

Bill A 1605 requires New Jersey's Division of Developmental Disabilities to publicly release a comprehensive list of all available programs to improve service access and transparency.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee
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Bill Summary · A 1605

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 1605 mandates that New Jersey's Division of Developmental Disabilities compile and publicly release a comprehensive list of all programs it administers. The bill appears to be a transparency measure requiring information that may currently be scattered across agency databases or difficult for the public to access in one location.

Why is this important

Individuals with developmental disabilities, their families, and caregivers often struggle to navigate available support services because information is fragmented or hard to find. A centralized, comprehensive program list could help eligible people identify and access services they qualify for, potentially reducing gaps in care and improving service utilization. This addresses a common complaint about government disability services: that beneficiaries don't know what resources exist.

Potential points of contention

  • Administrative burden and cost: Critics may argue the requirement imposes unfunded compliance costs on the Division without specifying the list's format, maintenance frequency, or budget allocation
  • Data completeness and accuracy: Questions may arise about whether the Division can feasibly maintain an accurate, up-to-date list given program changes, eligibility shifts, and existing data system limitations
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill's language doesn't clarify whether "comprehensive" includes eligibility criteria, waiting lists, funding status, or program contact information, potentially leading to disputes over adequate compliance

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

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