New Jersey § 44:1-157
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 44:1-157, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 44:1-157.
Whenever the Division of Public Welfare in the Department of Human Services provides
payment for the funeral and burial or cremation of a recipient of aid to families
with dependent children pursuant to P.L.1959, c. 86 ( C. 44:10-1 et seq. ), general public assistance pursuant to P.L.1947, c. 156 ( C. 44:8-107 et seq. ) or supplemental security income pursuant to P.L.1973, c. 256 ( C. 44:7-85 et seq. ), the total allowable payment for funeral and burial or cremation including contributions
by others, shall be at least 75% of the average cost for a proper funeral and burial
charged by funeral directors in the locality in which the public assistance recipient
is buried or cremated.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 44:1-157
What does New Jersey Statutes § 44:1-157 cover?
Section 44:1-157 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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