The bill establishes the Task Force for Community Based Juvenile Rehabilitation in New Jersey, tasked with providing recommendations on the minimum and maximum ages for prosecution in juvenile court, informed by developmental science and practices from other states. Additionally, the task force will examine and address ongoing racial disparities in the prosecution and sentencing of juveniles. The task force will consist of 17 members, including representatives from various state departments, the judiciary, and advocacy organizations, with appointments to be made within 30 days of the bill's effective date.

The task force is required to hold three public hearings across the northern, central, and southern regions of the state and must issue a report of its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the Legislature within one year of the bill's effective date. The bill highlights the significant racial disparities in youth incarceration rates in New Jersey, particularly affecting black youth, and emphasizes the importance of understanding adolescent development in shaping juvenile justice policies. The act will take effect immediately and will expire upon the submission of the report.