New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 2053: Prohibits DCF from using federal benefits received by a child in out of home placement to reimburse State for cost of child's care, except under certain circumstances.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.162.

Plain-language summary

A 2053 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits DCF from using federal benefits received by a child in out of home placement to reimburse State for cost of child's care, except under certain circumstances. Primary sponsor: Shama Haider (Democratic), Shanique Speight (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.162.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Shama Haider (Democratic); Shanique Speight (Democratic). 1 co-sponsor.