A 721 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Enacts "Anthony Maruca's Law"; requires law enforcement officers to carry epinephrine.

This bill, "Anthony Maruca's Law," requires New Jersey law enforcement officers to complete training on administering epinephrine auto-injectors and carry one device during official duties. It mandates that police departments provide each officer with a one-dose epinephrine auto-injector device, to be stored in patrol vehicles or medical supply kits per health department guidelines. The law directly affects all sworn law enforcement officers in New Jersey who perform duties requiring emergency response. It creates a concrete policy change by ensuring officers have immediate access to epinephrine for anaphylaxis emergencies during their work.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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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 Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
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