This bill would establish a legal framework for supervised psilocybin therapy in New Jersey for adults 21+ with behavioral health conditions. It creates licensed psilocybin service centers where trained facilitators provide guided sessions, requiring prior medical referrals and mandatory preparation/integration therapy sessions with mental health providers. The bill defines key terms like "administration session" and "adverse event," and mandates a regulatory system including a Psilocybin Advisory Board to oversee safety, prevent diversion, and ensure accessibility. It specifically targets conditions like depression, anxiety, and treatment-resistant depression, with provisions to develop a statewide strategic plan for long-term service delivery. The bill does not legalize recreational use but focuses on regulated medical access under strict supervision.
This bill (A4436) requires New Jersey local governments to accept online or card payments for construction code fees. It directly affects contractors paying these fees and local units (towns, cities, counties) that must implement payment systems. Local units must pass a resolution to establish electronic payment systems for fees under the State Uniform Construction Code Act, but cannot use credit cards for overdue payments or lien redemptions. The law takes immediate effect.
This bill requires New Jersey health insurance carriers offering managed care plans to ensure patients have reasonable and timely access to specific physician specialists at in-network hospitals. It mandates new regulations for the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance to establish standards covering access to anesthesiologists, radiologists, pathologists, emergency medicine physicians, and their supervised services. These rules will apply directly to insurance companies and aim to improve patient access to critical specialist care within existing network plans.
This bill requires all New Jersey state agencies - including departments, boards, and public authorities - to make their websites compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA standard, ensuring they are accessible to people with disabilities. It mandates that all websites must also function properly on smartphones, tablets, and similar mobile devices. State agencies must certify compliance with these standards within two years of the bill’s effective date, with biennial recertification required thereafter. The Chief Technology Officer will establish the certification protocol and oversee compliance for all state government websites.
This bill prohibits the sale, distribution, import, export, and propagation of 31 specific invasive plant species (including Japanese barberry, English ivy, and Japanese wisteria) in New Jersey, directly affecting nurseries, garden centers, landscapers, and anyone importing or selling these plants. It establishes a New Jersey Invasive Species Council to advise state agencies and develop rules for future prohibitions, with key timelines starting 13 months after enactment for propagation/import and 49 months for sales. Certain exempt cultivars (like specific Japanese barberry varieties) may still be sold but must include educational labels about invasive species. The law aims to protect New Jersey's ecosystems, natural resources, and public health by preventing the spread of harmful non-native plants.
This bill modifies record-keeping requirements for online motor vehicle dealers in New Jersey. It removes the current requirement that electronic sales records must be "immediately inspectable," instead requiring them to be inspectable by the Motor Vehicle Commission. The bill also mandates that inspectors provide 72 hours' written notice before examining a dealer's records. These changes specifically affect licensed online dealers selling vehicles in New Jersey, including those operating through parent or affiliate companies. The policy focuses on updating record access procedures while maintaining physical presence requirements for dealers.
This bill allows for-profit companies that provide debt adjustment services to become licensed in New Jersey for the first time. Previously, only nonprofit organizations could obtain licenses to offer debt adjustment (helping people negotiate with creditors). The bill creates a new licensing category for "for-profit debt adjusters" who do not handle consumer funds and comply with federal regulations. It removes bonding and annual audit requirements that previously applied only to nonprofit licensees, while maintaining other licensing rules like fee disclosure and annual reporting.
This bill allows honorably discharged veterans in New Jersey to obtain special license plates displaying the word "Veteran" in addition to standard registration markings. To qualify, applicants must provide a DD-214 or discharge certificate and pay a $15 fee on top of regular vehicle registration costs. Surviving spouses of deceased veterans may continue using these plates on their vehicles. The Motor Vehicle Commission will design the plates, handle applications, and notify drivers about the option during registration renewals.
This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Community Affairs (DCA) to offer multiple application options for state-administered housing, shelter, and rental assistance programs - such as Section 8 housing assistance and the State rental assistance program - instead of limiting applicants to online submissions alone. It mandates that applicants must be able to apply via mail, email, in-person delivery, or fax, where federal law permits. The bill directly affects individuals seeking housing aid through DCA programs, removing a potential barrier for those without reliable internet access. Key provisions ensure accessibility by requiring DCA to implement these alternative application methods, with implementation beginning three months after enactment.
This bill revises New Jersey's child labor laws specifically for minors working in theatrical productions. It establishes age-based work hour limits: minors aged 6-9 may work up to 6 hours daily (with up to 8 hours on set), those aged 9-16 may work up to 7 hours (up to 9 hours on set), and those aged 16-18 may work up to 8 hours (up to 10 hours on set). Employers must provide three hours of daily tutoring per workday (with possible additional hours counting toward this requirement), and the bill creates a new one-year registration system allowing parents/guardians to apply for permits covering multiple productions or employers. The bill also permits extended work hours (5 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.) on days preceding non-school days.
This bill requires all New Jersey public colleges and universities to create campus food waste reduction programs. It mandates redirecting unused food from dining halls, events, and facilities to local food security programs like soup kitchens and pantries, while ensuring all food safety standards are met during handling and transfer. Each institution must also submit annual reports on their food donations to the Governor and Legislature, posting them publicly online. The law applies directly to every public higher education campus in New Jersey and takes effect immediately.
This bill creates a $1.5 million grant program administered by New Jersey's Division of Local Government Services to help local governments (municipalities and counties) improve operational efficiency. It allows local governments to apply for grants - up to $150,000 for counties or $100,000 for municipalities - to hire licensed consultants for efficiency reviews, with applicants required to contribute 25% of the grant amount as matching funds. Recipients must report on specific cost savings, shared services, or service improvements achieved within one year of receiving funds. The program mandates public reporting of results through comparative profiles and annual summaries to the Governor and Legislature.
