This bill mandates that all State agencies in New Jersey provide advance written notice before discontinuing any State aid or services. Specifically, agencies must notify affected parties at least 60 days prior to the discontinuance, with a longer notice period of 90 days required for services that impact public health, safety, or welfare. The bill outlines exceptions to these notice requirements, such as when discontinuance is mandated by federal law, due to emergencies, or when funds have been exhausted. In such cases, agencies must still provide notice as soon as reasonably possible.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the written notice must include details about the aid or service being discontinued, the effective date, reasons for the discontinuance, information on alternatives or transition assistance, and contact information for further inquiries or appeals. Agencies are also required to inform legislative leadership and relevant committee chairs when discontinuing aid or services funded by the Legislature. This legislation aims to ensure transparency and communication regarding changes to State aid and services.