The Unifying Families and Bringing Them Home Act mandates the Attorney General (AG) to create a program that facilitates the relocation of individuals unlawfully present in New Jersey, along with their immediate family members who consent to participate. The bill defines "immediate family" to include a person's spouse, domestic partner, civil union partner, biological child under 21, and legal ward. To be eligible for the program, individuals must reside in New Jersey and be alleged to be in violation of federal immigration law. The AG is also required to investigate participants for any legal violations, ensuring that if the only violation is related to immigration, the state will not share their information with federal authorities.

Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for individuals who unlawfully reenter the state after utilizing the program, classifying it as a fourth-degree crime, which carries potential imprisonment of up to 18 months and fines up to $10,000. Participants who reenter unlawfully will also be liable for the costs incurred by the state for their relocation and that of their immediate family. The sponsor of the bill argues that this initiative aims to alleviate the financial and social challenges posed by individuals unlawfully present in the state, thereby reducing the burden on state resources related to education and healthcare.