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Read. Follow. Verify.New Jersey requires Department of Veterans Affairs to study Statewide Veterans Diversion Program
Last action · October 29, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs CommitteeSponsor: Anthony Angelozzi
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What This Bill Would Do
The bill requires the Commissioner of the Department of Veterans Affairs, in consultation with the Attorney General, to study the and report findings to the Governor and Legislature within one year of taking effect.
The measure establishes a comprehensive statewide evaluation of county-level mental health treatment, housing assistance, and recidivism metrics for veterans in the diversion program, which could shape future legislative funding and operational changes.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Department of Veterans Affairs
Must conduct the mandated study, consult with the Attorney General, and submit a report within one year.
Attorney General
Must consult with the Commissioner of the Department of Veterans Affairs during the conduct of the study.
Veterans Diversion Program participants
Their county-level treatment, housing services, and program outcomes will be evaluated as part of the study.
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Votes, people, money & the original sourceWhere This Stands
Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Oct 29, 2026HouseIntroducedIntroduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
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