This New Jersey bill prohibits businesses from advertising discounts based on fake previous prices under the state's consumer fraud laws. It defines a price as fictitious if it cannot be proven through sales records from the last 60 days, consistent offering over at least 28 of the previous 90 days, or by showing the price does not exceed the supplier's cost plus standard markup. The law allows consumers who are misled by such false pricing to sue for damages, which must include the price difference and be at least $500 or three times the actual loss, along with court fees.
This bill, known as the New Jersey Home Safety Act, requires firearm owners to store their guns in a locked safe or container when not in use to prevent accidents and unauthorized access. It directly affects individuals who possess firearms in New Jersey and establishes penalties, including community service and criminal charges, for failing to comply with these storage rules. The legislation also mandates that gun dealers provide a written warning about safe storage laws to anyone receiving a firearm and sets aside $500,000 for related enforcement and education efforts.
This bill establishes a public awareness and education program for Parkinson's disease within the New Jersey Department of Health. The program aims to educate the public and healthcare professionals about the disease's symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and lifestyle management. It authorizes the department to create outreach campaigns and educational materials while allowing the acceptance of federal grants or donations to fund these efforts. The legislation directly impacts state health officials, medical providers, and the general public by promoting better understanding and early detection of the condition.
This bill creates a 13-member New Jersey Blue Ribbon Commission on Child Care within the Department of Children and Families to develop a statewide strategy for improving the state's child care system. The commission will be composed of state agency officials and public members appointed by the Governor and legislative leaders, who will review issues such as affordability, workforce pay, and infrastructure to identify challenges and propose reforms. Members will serve without pay but may receive expense reimbursements, and the group is tasked with submitting a report of its findings and recommendations to the Governor and Legislature within 12 months of organizing.
This bill requires manufacturers of recalled medical devices in New Jersey to provide a replacement device at no cost to consumers or pay for one from another supplier if their own replacement is unavailable. The law applies specifically when a recall instructs users to stop using or return a device, mandating that the manufacturer fulfill this obligation within 30 days of the recall being issued. To enforce compliance, violations are classified as unlawful practices under the state's consumer fraud act, which can result in monetary penalties, cease and desist orders, and additional financial damages for injured parties.
This bill updates New Jersey law to clarify how the Emergency Medical Technician Training Fund reimburses agencies that train volunteer EMTs. It specifically defines "volunteer" as those who do not receive an hourly wage or salary for their services, while explicitly excluding full-time hospital employees from this definition. The legislation also broadens the definition of higher education to include out-of-state universities and sets a minimum service requirement of 12 calls or 150 hours annually for the first three years of certification. Additionally, it establishes rules for recovering training funds if a volunteer stops meeting service requirements, except when they leave to attend college.
This bill creates a New Jersey gross income tax credit for volunteer first responders who pay for child care services. To qualify, a volunteer firefighter or member of an emergency, ambulance, or rescue squad must complete at least 150 hours of official work or training in a tax year. Eligible taxpayers can claim a credit equal to 50 percent of their child care expenses, with a maximum benefit of $5,000 per year. The legislation requires individuals to submit documentation proving both their volunteer service hours and the costs incurred for care.
This New Jersey bill prohibits individuals from harassing, bothering, or interfering with farmers who are engaged in lawful agricultural operations. The law specifically protects a wide range of farming activities, including the production of crops, livestock, dairy, poultry, and forest products, while explicitly exempting law enforcement officers performing their duties. Violators face criminal penalties ranging from petty disorderly persons offenses to disorderly persons offenses for repeat incidents, along with civil fines between $250 and $500 per day if the harassment continues. Additionally, the Secretary of Agriculture can seek court injunctions to stop violations, and affected farmers may sue for damages covering lost profits and harm to their property.
This bill, known as the Targeted Midwifery Workforce Development Act, aims to address racial disparities in maternal and infant health in New Jersey by investing $12 million in workforce development for midwives. The legislation is based on findings that Black women and infants in the state face significantly higher risks of pregnancy-related death and infant mortality compared to white residents. To tackle these issues, the act appropriates funds to expand training and education opportunities for midwives, thereby increasing access to culturally competent care and helping to close the gap in prenatal care and birth outcomes.
This bill requires health club service contracts in New Jersey to include specific clauses outlining procedures for cancelling memberships during an infectious disease outbreak. The key provision mandates that contracts must explicitly state how members can terminate their agreements if the facility closes or restricts access due to a public health emergency. Under these rules, the health club would be allowed to retain a portion of the payment covering services already used, along with a capped amount for administrative expenses. This change directly affects consumers who purchase gym memberships and the facilities that sell them, ensuring clearer terms for unexpected closures.
This New Jersey bill requires the Department of Human Services to create a system that stops funding for substance use disorder treatment and housing once a General Assistance recipient leaves the service. The law authorizes officials to contact providers and beneficiaries to verify when services ended and to demand repayment from any provider who received funds for a client who is no longer receiving care. By mandating immediate cessation of payments upon discharge, the measure aims to prevent the state from paying for services that are no longer being delivered.
This bill establishes the Mom Project oral health program within New Jersey's Department of Health to provide dental care for low-income pregnant women and new mothers. The legislation defines eligible participants as residents earning less than 300% of the federal poverty level who are enrolled in Medicaid or NJ FamilyCare, and it directs services to specific community oral health centers in medically underserved areas. A total of $3,000,000 is appropriated to fund the program, aiming to address the link between maternal periodontal disease and adverse birth outcomes such as preterm labor. The bill also includes findings on the health disparities affecting Black mothers in the state and the barriers that often prevent access to preventive dental care during pregnancy.
