New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced

A 5498 — Expands services provided to homeless youth by street outreach, basic center shelter, and transitional living programs.

Last action — INT 1RA REF AHO

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed General Assembly
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced September 14, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

The bill expands services for homeless youth through various outreach and shelter programs.

This legislation aims to enhance support for homeless youth by increasing the availability of street outreach, basic center shelter, and transitional living programs. It seeks to provide more comprehensive services to assist these young individuals in need.

What this means for you
  • Families: This may lead to increased support and resources for youth who are experiencing homelessness.

Summary

Homeless youth-expand services provided by street outreach

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html September 15, 2026

How this bill changes current law

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This bill amends 3 section(s) of the New Jersey statutes: N.J.S.A. 9:12A-6; N.J.S.A. 9:12A-7; N.J.S.A. 9:12A-8.

  • N.J.S.A. 9:12A-6

    are and → shall consider the age, gender, and social and developmental needs of homeless youth, be culturally and linguistically appropriate, to the extent practicable, and be ; g. Assistance in completing and submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid or other financial aid form to determine the level of need and eligibility for State and federal financial aid programs, if appropriate; and h. Assistance in obtaining trauma informed services specific to youth who are survivors of human trafficking or sexual exploitation

    amended

  • N.J.S.A. 9:12A-7

    are and this act → shall consider the age, gender, and social and developmental needs of the homeless youth, be culturally and linguistically appropriate, to the extent practicable, and be , including assistance in completing and submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid or other financial aid form to determine the level of need and eligibility for State and federal financial aid programs ; and (9) Trauma-informed services specific to youth who are survivors of human trafficking or sexual exploitation

    amended

  • N.J.S.A. 9:12A-8

    youth 21 youth youth which and → a. person 25 b. person person that consider the age, gender, and social and developmental needs of the homeless person, be culturally and linguistically appropriate, to the extent practicable, and ; (7) Assistance in completing and submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid or other financial aid form to determine the level of need and eligibility for State and federal financial aid programs; and (8) Trauma-informed services specific to youth who are survivors of human trafficking or sexual exploitation c. If a homeless person is between the ages of 22 and 25, the program shall decide what additional services shall be provided to the person in addition to the services provided by the program, as determined by the department's contract. The services may include, but not be limited to, crisis intervention services, referrals to organizations and agencies for homelessness assistance services, and assistance in accessing other age appropriate support services as may be necessary to move the youth towards the goal of permanent affordable housing and self-sufficiency.

    amended

Action History

  1. INT 1RA REF AHO

Sponsors

  • Carol A. Murphy · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 119 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Murphy, Carol A.

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (119)

119 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does A 5498 do?
Homeless youth-expand services provided by street outreach
Who sponsors A 5498?
A 5498 is sponsored by Murphy, Carol A..
What is the current status of A 5498?
This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced September 14, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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