Prohibits DCF from using certain federal benefits to reimburse State for cost of a child's care; requires DCF to conserve benefits for child's unmet or future needs.
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Overview
This bill changes how the New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) handles federal benefits for children in foster care. It prohibits DCF from using these benefits to cover the state’s costs for a child’s care and requires DCF to conserve these benefits for the child’s current needs or future needs. The bill also establishes procedures for identifying and appointing representative payees to manage the benefits and ensures transparency and accountability in the use of these funds.
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