S 2987 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Requires automatic registration with New Jersey Immunization Information System upon administration of vaccine for certain persons who consent to registration.

This bill requires automatic enrollment in New Jersey's Immunization Information System (NJIIS) for individuals receiving vaccines, unless they or their parent/guardian provides a written opt-out. It directly affects all New Jersey residents getting vaccinated, including newborns (automatically enrolled unless parents opt out) and others (enrolled at time of vaccination unless they or their parent/guardian opt out). Key provisions include: mandatory enrollment upon vaccine administration for non-registered individuals, written opt-out requirements, and allowing the health commissioner to override opt-outs during public health emergencies. The registry aims to track vaccination records for public health purposes like outbreak response and school enrollment verification, while ensuring access to health providers and allowing individuals to review/correct their records.
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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 in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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