This bill amends existing legislation regarding the governance and operation of rehabilitation and reentry centers established by regional authorities in New Jersey. A notable change is the replacement of the term "management committee" with "board of authority commissioners," which signifies a new governance structure. The bill delineates the responsibilities of this board, including the establishment of inter-county agreements, the appointment of board members, and the management of operations and finances. It also requires the Local Finance Board to review proposed inter-county agreements, which must be approved or denied within a specified timeframe.

In addition to the governance changes, the bill introduces new procedural requirements, such as conducting annual audits of the authority's accounts by a certified public accountant or a registered municipal accountant. These audits must be completed within four months after the fiscal year ends, with a certified duplicate submitted to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services within five days of the original report. The bill also modifies timeframes for applications to the Local Finance Board and outlines provisions for the withdrawal and dissolution of authorities, aiming to enhance the operational efficiency and compliance of regional rehabilitation and reentry centers. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 40A:67-2, 40A:67-3, 40A:67-4, 40A:67-6, 40A:67-8, 40A:67-10, 40A:67-12, 40A:67-21