Requires Division of Developmental Disabilities to develop guidelines for tiered group home placements and transfers.

This bill requires New Jersey's Division of Developmental Disabilities to create guidelines for placing individuals with developmental disabilities in two types of group homes: Level 1 (for those with minimal behavioral needs) and Level 2 (for those requiring more intensive care due to persistent challenging behaviors posing safety risks). The guidelines must ensure placements align with clinical needs, behavioral frequency, and safety risks to others, with specific criteria for both initial placement and transfers between levels. Transfers from Level 2 to Level 1 require documented progress over 18 months, meeting behavioral goals, and having support systems in place. Level 2 group homes must also provide services to help residents transition to less restrictive settings. The bill directly affects individuals with developmental disabilities in group homes, their care teams, and licensed group home operators.