A 368 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Prohibits institutions of higher education from requiring students to receive COVID-19 vaccination.

This bill prohibits New Jersey colleges and universities from requiring students to get a COVID-19 vaccine or show proof of vaccination to enroll, attend classes, or join institution-sponsored programs. It directly affects all students at higher education institutions within the state. The law takes immediate effect upon enactment. The key provision bans vaccine requirements as a condition for enrollment, course attendance, or program participation.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee
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