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Dr. Stephen Cha @CmrChaNJ

Father, physician, Commissioner @NJDHS.

Joined February 2026
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Dr. Stephen Cha retweeted
NJHumanServices@NJDHS
Jun 5
More than 800,000 New Jerseyans rely on #SNAP. Federal changes to SNAP could reduce benefits for some families, decrease participation, and have a broader impact on NJ’s economy. 🔗Learn about how federal changes may affect your SNAP benefits: njsnap.gov @CmrChaNJ
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Dr. Stephen Cha retweeted
New Jersey Reentry Corporation
@NJ_Reentry
Jun 9
Today, the New Jersey Reentry Corporation joined University Hospital for an urgent H.R. 1 Medicaid Compliance Conference focused on protecting healthcare coverage. 330,000 New Jerseyans could lose Medicaid, while 47,000 may loose SNAP in any month. The conference addressed exemptions, community-engagement requirements, documentation, automated verification, and the significant barriers facing returning citizens, veterans, individuals in recovery, and people with serious health conditions. NJRC is developing an 80-hour workforce-readiness and digital-literacy program with credential-based instruction and verifiable attendance to help eligible participants satisfy Medicaid and SNAP requirements. We are grateful to University Hospital and to all of our honored guests, including Senate Majority Leader @SenMTeresaRuiz, Senator @SenJoeVitale (Chair, Health & Human Services), @SpeakerCoughlin, @NJDHS Commissioner Dr. Stephen Cha, Assistant Commissioner Greg Woods, Deputy Commissioner Valerie Mielke, and our co-host and sponsor, @UnivHospNewark President Carole Johnson. Coordinated action, documented exemptions, qualifying community-engagement hours, and reliable verification can prevent eligible residents from losing essential benefits because of administrative barriers. . . . @JCMedCenter @NJAHP @CHCShealth @Philip_Alagia
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Dr. Stephen Cha retweeted
NJHumanServices@NJDHS
Jun 10
70% of people in ICE detention have no criminal conviction at all. Access to legal representation is not about guaranteeing a particular outcome – it's about ensuring everyone has their day in court. 🔗‍️nj.gov/humanservices/njnewam…
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The advice that has always stuck with me - Just remember what you’re trying to do. Remember what you’re about.
I've always kept in mind the thing that I've been about, which is making things work better for people who can't make things work better for themselves. Just remember what you're trying to do. Remember what you're about. - Commissioner Stephen Cha

ALT I've always kept in mind the thing that I've been about, which is making things work better for people who can't make things work better for themselves. Just remember what you're trying to do. Remember what you're about. - Commissioner Stephen Cha
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Impacting people's lives - the core of Human Services.
What I love about this Department for the past few months is more than programs. It's more than the policies we write. Every day, the people in this Department impact human lives. this is at the core of Human Services. I wish everyone could see what I've seen over the past few months as I've traveled the state with my team. I see the heart of the people in this Department. And I'm honored to be working with the people who do so much for the people of the state." - Commissioner Stephen Cha

ALT What I love about this Department for the past few months is more than programs. It's more than the policies we write. Every day, the people in this Department impact human lives. this is at the core of Human Services. I wish everyone could see what I've seen over the past few months as I've traveled the state with my team. I see the heart of the people in this Department. And I'm honored to be working with the people who do so much for the people of the state." - Commissioner Stephen Cha
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N.J. attorneys: your expertise can make a difference. We need volunteers for Rapid Legal Response to provide support to New Jerseyans facing immigration detention and enforcement actions. Join us in advancing access to due process. Learn more: nj.gov/humanservices/njnewam…
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Due process is fundamental. Alongside @GovSherrillNJ & legislative leadership we're expanding legal support to residents facing detention/deportation to ensure access to representation & a fair hearing. No one should face such challenges alone. Learn more: nj.gov/governor/news/2026/ap…
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The best prevention of eligible people losing Medicaid coverage would be for Congress to repeal H.R. 1. But until that's a reality, Human Services is working hard to improve our systems and engage with partners to mitigate harm to New Jersey.
Text reads Our focus for the next few months in Medicaid is eligibility and enrollment. The number of people cut from Medicaid will depend on how well our systems work -- and whether people can get through new bureaucratic red tape to access the coverage they're eligible for. - Commissioner Stephen Cha

ALT Text reads Our focus for the next few months in Medicaid is eligibility and enrollment. The number of people cut from Medicaid will depend on how well our systems work -- and whether people can get through new bureaucratic red tape to access the coverage they're eligible for. - Commissioner Stephen Cha
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Dr. Stephen Cha retweeted
NJHumanServices@NJDHS
May 27
.@NJDHS leaders joined Assembly Majority Leader @LouGreenwald to visit Weisman Children’s to learn more about the organization’s work supporting children and families through specialized, community-based healthcare services.
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Dr. Stephen Cha retweeted
NJHumanServices@NJDHS
May 26
Helping families afford child care and build a stronger future. @GovSherrillNJ’s budget supports parents and gives children the strong start they deserve.
Budget graphic. The Department of Human Services logo is seen up top. The graphic uses blue hues. Text used is: Supporting Child Care Helping families afford the child care they need $18 M added to bolster Child Care Assistance Program

ALT Budget graphic. The Department of Human Services logo is seen up top. The graphic uses blue hues. Text used is: Supporting Child Care Helping families afford the child care they need $18 M added to bolster Child Care Assistance Program
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Home & community based services are key to the dignity & health of so many, especially people w/ intellectual/developmental disabilities. Open discussions w/partners are so important; thanks to @njproviders for talking about the challenges & opportunities to serve NJ together.
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Dr. Stephen Cha retweeted
NJHumanServices@NJDHS
May 20
Human Services Launches Direct Care Professional Advisory Council "We look forward to the valuable insights and collaborative efforts that will emerge from this Advisory Council," said @CmrChaNJ. 🔗 Read more at bit.ly/4djg3F6
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Dr. Stephen Cha retweeted
NJHumanServices@NJDHS
May 20
.@NJDHS Commissioner @CmrChaNJ joined @onnewjersey this morning to discuss upcoming federal changes to NJFamilyCare/Medicaid and SNAP and what people need to know as changes take effect: “We’re here to help support people.” 🎥Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=iGui8cbe…

Medicaid & SNAP

Medicaid and SNAP benefits are critical resources for so many famil...

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Dr. Stephen Cha retweeted
NJHumanServices@NJDHS
May 20
.@NJDHS Cmr @CmrChaNJ & DC @KayleeMcGuire_ visited the BOLD Age PACE site in Oceanport with the NJ PACE Association for a tour and discussion on the future of PACE in NJ. 🔗Learn more here: nj.gov/humanservices/doas/se…
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Dr. Stephen Cha retweeted
NJHumanServices@NJDHS
May 19
❄️Need A Cooling Center? 🌡️☀️Today's oppressive heat will feel 100 degrees! @NJ211 is a great resource for cooling center location information throughout New Jersey. 🔎 Visit their website for a location in your town. 🔗 nj211.org/nj-cooling-centers
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Dr. Stephen Cha retweeted
NJHumanServices@NJDHS
May 19
To highlight #OlderAmericansMonth, DoAS Dep. Director Melissa Chalker visited grantees of the Age-Friendly Grants Program. @BBBSCNNJ, Toms River Department of Senior Services and Age-Friendly Ocean County all held events to promote making New Jersey a better place to grow older.
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NJ could lose up to $6B under HR1, which slashes Medicaid & SNAP. I’ll keep pushing for repeal, but we must also adapt and protect families. See our latest analysis of funding losses and families affected. Read the report now: tinyurl.com/HR1ImpactFY27
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NJ has worked hard to keep food on 850K families’ tables, but HR1 would cut SNAP benefits for residents using flawed metrics. @GovSherrillNJ and I urged our congressional delegation to eliminate or delay these harmful changes now. ASAP. nj.gov/humanservices/news/pr…

NJ Department of Human Services

Providing assistance through programs and services to NJ residents in need.

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Swearing in police officers wasn't on my expected duties list, but it's an extraordinary honor. During Police Week, we honor the fallen and thank NJ Human Services Police for serving our most vulnerable with compassion every day statewide.
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Dr. Stephen Cha retweeted
NJHumanServices@NJDHS
May 14
.@GovSherrillNJ’s budget aims to protect health care and food assistance as federal policies change. ▪️ Safeguards emergency health care coverage ▪️ Prepares New Jersey for NJ FamilyCare eligibility changes ▪️ Helps counties sustain SNAP food assistance services.
Budget graphic. The Department of Human Services logo is seen up top. The graphic uses blue hues. Text used is: Responding to Federal Changes to NJ Familycare and NJ SNAP. Protecting health coverage and food assistance as federal policies change. $34.6 M to cover federal cut for emergency health care More than $10 M to partner with state agencies, counties and vendors to prepare for NJ Familycare eligibility changes $71M to help counties with decreased federal support for SNAP costs

ALT Budget graphic. The Department of Human Services logo is seen up top. The graphic uses blue hues. Text used is: Responding to Federal Changes to NJ Familycare and NJ SNAP. Protecting health coverage and food assistance as federal policies change. $34.6 M to cover federal cut for emergency health care More than $10 M to partner with state agencies, counties and vendors to prepare for NJ Familycare eligibility changes $71M to help counties with decreased federal support for SNAP costs
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