Requires DOC to ensure inmates have opportunity to participate in Medicaid pre-enrollment and enrollment sessions at least 60 days prior to release; requires applicable inmates to receive Medicaid card at release.

This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Corrections to ensure inmates in state prisons or county jails can participate in Medicaid enrollment sessions at least 60 days before release. Specifically, it mandates a peer-led information session about Medicaid benefits and application processes, followed by a staff-assisted enrollment session within five days. Inmates who complete applications must receive eligibility notifications and a Medicaid card at the time of release. The law directly affects incarcerated individuals transitioning to community life, aiming to streamline access to healthcare coverage upon release. It does not change Medicaid eligibility standards but implements a process to connect inmates with services before they leave correctional facilities.