Ruiz, Wimberly Bill Increasing Transparency on Victim Compensation Awards Signed Into Law

Today, Acting Governor Way signed legislation sponsored by Senator Majority Leader M. Teresa Ruiz and Senator Benjie Wimberly that increases transparency and accountability within the Victims of Crime Compensation Office (VCCO) by requiring the agency to publish an annual report on compensation awards issued to crime victims in New Jersey.

“Victims of crime deserve not only access to support but confidence that the systems designed to help them are working as intended,” said Senator Majority Leader Ruiz (D-Essex/Hudson). “This legislation ensures that lawmakers, advocates, and the public clearly understand how victim compensation is being awarded and where improvements may be needed.”

“Accurate and consistent data is essential for effective public policy,” said Senator…