The proposed bill establishes the Justice Center for the Protection of Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities in New Jersey, which will function independently from state agencies. This center is responsible for investigating allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in state-licensed residential and day habilitation settings. It will be led by a director and two deputy directors—one focusing on criminal investigations and the other on civil investigations. The bill mandates that investigations be completed within 90 days and requires the director to issue reports on findings and recommendations. Additionally, existing resources and personnel from the Departments of Human Services and Children and Families will be transferred to support the center's operations.

The legislation also introduces a comprehensive set of codes of conduct for direct care staff, emphasizing the safety and dignity of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Staff will be required to acknowledge these codes in writing or electronically, which include responsibilities for supporting self-determination and reporting incidents of abuse or neglect. Furthermore, the bill establishes the Justice Center Disability Mortality and Abuse Prevention Medical Review Board to investigate unusual deaths among individuals receiving state services. The director will submit an annual report detailing the center's activities, including investigation outcomes and training efforts, aiming to enhance the protection of vulnerable populations in New Jersey by centralizing the investigation of abuse and neglect allegations.