Permits young adult who is claimed as a dependent on a relative's tax return to receive Work First New Jersey General Public Assistance benefits.

This bill changes New Jersey's eligibility rules for Work First New Jersey General Public Assistance (WFNJ/GA) benefits. It allows young adults aged 18 to 26 to receive these benefits even if they are claimed as tax dependents on a parent's or relative's federal income tax return (Form 1040). Currently, this tax dependency status makes them ineligible, regardless of other qualifications. The bill directly affects young adults in this age group who live with relatives but cannot access aid due to existing tax rules. It removes this specific barrier without altering benefit amounts or other eligibility criteria.