NJ law proposed to require group homes address isolation
A proposed state law wants to ensure it does.
A bill approved in late January by the Assembly Human Services Committee would require that community-based residential programs in New Jersey, as a condition of licensure, implement and adhere to policies that foster personal connection and prevent social isolation of residents.
According to the bill s language, these policies at group homes, supervised apartments, and other residential settings for individuals with developmental disabilities, would relate to both in-person activities and times at which in-person contact may be restricted. While social distancing guidelines have saved countless lives, they have also led to the social isolation of those living in community-based centers, bill sponsors Assemblywoman Valerie Vainieri Huttle, D-Bergen, Assemblywoman Joann Downey, D-Monmouth, and Assemblyman Daniel Benson, D-Mercer, said. This bill will prioritize the mental and
Press Releases
Pintor Marin and Vainieri Huttle on Introduction of Bill to Combat Discrimination and Harassment in Political Campaigns February 1, 2021, 11:50 am | in
Pintor Marin and Vainieri Huttle on Introduction of Bill to Combat Discrimination and Harassment in Political Campaigns
(TRENTON) – Assemblywoman Eliana Pintor Marin (D-Essex) and Assemblywoman Valerie Vainieri Huttle (D-Bergen) introduced legislation on Friday aimed to address the toxic, misogynistic climate of New Jersey politics – particularly within campaigns – documented through news reports and legislative hearings over the past several years.
The bill (A-5354) would require candidate committees, joint candidate committees, political party committees and continuing political committees to adopt and require training on anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies.
Bergen County Community Leaders Endorse Valerie Vainieri Huttle for State Senate January 28, 2021, 9:56 am | in
Bergen County Community Leaders Endorse Valerie Vainieri Huttle for State Senate
We proudly and publicly support Assemblywoman Valerie Vainieri Huttle’s candidacy for State Senate in District 37.
As individuals, we support Assemblywoman Vainieri Huttle. As community leaders, we have seen firsthand the incredible impact of the Assemblywoman’s work in the legislature.
Together, we represent a coalition of women who have worked to improve access to services in the district from advancing resources for sexual assault survivors, to improving opportunities for mentorship and civic engagement, to advocating for our children and seniors, Valerie has been at the forefront fighting with us since day one.
Press Releases
The Women’s Political Caucus of NJ (WPCNJ) Endorses Assemblywoman Valerie Vainieri Huttle for District 37 Senate Seat January 21, 2021, 12:13 pm | in
The Women’s Political Caucus of NJ (WPCNJ) Endorses Assemblywoman Valerie Vainieri Huttle for District 37 Senate Seat
With the retirement of the incomparable Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg, the Legislature will lose one of its most dedicated advocates for women’s issues. We must ensure that her seat is filled by a public servant as equally committed to not only supporting women and women’s initiatives, but one with a record of spearheading their advancement and passage.
We believe Assemblywoman Valerie Vainieri Huttle is that candidate.
In response to the impact of COVID-19 on the disability community, the New Jersey Disability Action Committee was formed to outline the obstacles impacting the disability community.
Working with the committee, Assemblywoman Valerie Vainieri-Huttle, D-Bergen, crafted a legislative package that she says addresses the needs of disabled residents amid COVID-19.
The legislation aims to ensure that the rights of those with disabilities are protected during a public health emergency. The package seeks to improve support services including securing insurance coverage for telemedicine services.
Among the nine bulls, one would establish a Commission on People with Disabilities, which would bring disabled people to the table to discuss their needs.