The proposed bill establishes the Office of Professional Corporate Guardians within the New Jersey Department of Human Services, tasked with overseeing the licensing and regulation of professional corporate guardians. This office will operate independently, adopting regulations, setting qualification criteria, and maintaining a searchable database of registered guardians. An executive director, appointed by the Commissioner of Human Services, will lead the office to ensure compliance with guardianship laws. The bill also outlines specific requirements for entities seeking registration, including the necessity of substitute guardians, proof of liability insurance, and background checks for owners, while disqualifying individuals with certain criminal histories or misconduct.

Additionally, the bill authorizes the Office of Professional Corporate Guardians to access child abuse and domestic violence registries for background checks, establishing disqualifications based on relevant criminal history. It mandates the creation of a statewide registry detailing qualifications and disciplinary actions of professional corporate guardians. The legislation also allows for the appointment of family choice and personal choice guardians through private arrangements, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the accountability and professionalism of guardianship services in New Jersey, with provisions for disciplinary measures and the termination of guardianship authority under specified conditions.