A 4987 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Concerns PTSD counseling services provided by certain veteran organizations.

This bill allows qualified veteran organizations to offer free post-traumatic stress disorder counseling to veterans and their family members through licensed clinicians. It requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to coordinate these efforts by recruiting clinicians, matching them with those in need, and maintaining a list of available providers. To encourage participation, the bill establishes a system where clinicians can receive a state tax credit for donated hours, capped between 20 and 40 hours annually, while also granting them immunity from civil liability. Additionally, the legislation defines key terms such as "clinician," "family member," and "veteran" to clarify who is eligible for these services and benefits.
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May 2026
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Introduced May 7, 2026 Last action May 7, 2026
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May 7, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
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