This bill mandates that all State agencies in New Jersey provide advance written notice before discontinuing any State aid or services. Specifically, it requires a minimum of 60 days' notice to affected parties before the discontinuance takes effect, with an extended notice period of 90 days for services that impact public health, safety, or welfare. The bill outlines specific exceptions to these notice requirements, such as when discontinuance is mandated by federal law or due to emergencies, and stipulates that notice must be given as soon as reasonably possible in such cases.
Additionally, the bill specifies the content of the required notice, which must include details about the aid or service being discontinued, the effective date, reasons for the discontinuance, and information on alternatives or transition assistance. The notice must be communicated directly to affected parties and published on the State agency's official website. Furthermore, the bill requires that legislative leadership and relevant committee chairs receive concurrent notice when discontinuing any State aid or service funded by the Legislature.