The New Jersey State Bar Association supports A1169 (Jasey)/S1459 (Codey) which requires discrimination training for certain providers of services to senior citizens.
The Association supports this proposed legislation because it would help prevent discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression in the delivery of services to senior citizens in New Jersey. This bill would require that those licensed or certified to provide services or support to senior citizens will undergo anti-discrimination training, which will ultimately help ensure that LGBTQ+ seniors are given equal access to the services provided to senior citizens in New Jersey.
For the reasons set forth above, the New Jersey State Bar Association supports A1169/S1459 and urges you to vote yes to this proposed legislation.