This bill establishes the Office of New Americans within the New Jersey Department of Human Services, codifying the existing office that was created in 2019 through Executive Order 74. The office will be led by a director appointed by the commissioner, who will oversee its operations and ensure it serves as a centralized hub for expertise and data on New Americans. The office's primary focus will be on developing programs, initiatives, and policies that facilitate the successful integration of immigrants, refugees, and their children into New Jersey communities. It will also provide technical assistance and training to other state departments to promote effective engagement with New Americans.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the Department of Human Services, through the Office of New Americans, administer services tailored for New Americans, engage with immigrant and refugee communities to address their concerns, and support state agencies in improving accessibility to programs and information. The office is required to use data solely for advancing integration efforts, ensuring that it does not share or utilize data for civil immigration enforcement purposes. This legislative action aims to enhance the support and resources available to New Jersey's diverse immigrant population, recognizing their significant contributions to the state's economy and culture.