New Jersey Bills

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4243: Requires health insurance coverage for early-stage kidney disease screening without cost sharing.

This New Jersey bill mandates that health insurance plans cover early-stage kidney disease screening without requiring patients to pay deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance. It applies to individuals whose doctors determine the screening is medically necessary based on guidelines from the National Kidney Foundation. The law specifically requires coverage for two types of tests: a blood test to measure kidney function and a urine test to check for protein. Insurance companies must treat these screenings the same as other medical conditions, ensuring patients can access them without out-of-pocket costs.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4294: Requires Division of Family Development to establish and maintain registration system for persons applying for State's child care assistance program.

This bill requires New Jersey's Division of Family Development to create a registration system for people applying for the state's child care assistance program. The system will maintain a waiting list, notify applicants when they can apply, and use contracted agencies to help people complete their applications. Additionally, the division must publish semi-annual reports with non-identifying data on application numbers, waitlist lengths, and reasons for ineligibility to improve transparency and inform future policy decisions.

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly May 14, 2026

A 5058: Authorizes parking privileges for certain immediate family members of persons with dementia.

This New Jersey bill creates a special parking placard program for immediate family members of individuals diagnosed with dementia. The legislation allows these caregivers to apply for a permit that grants access to parking spaces typically reserved for residents, municipal lots, and medical facilities, including overnight parking in restricted areas and extended metered time. To obtain the placard, applicants must provide proof that they are actively rendering health or personal care services to a family member with dementia, and the permit is valid for two years with a modest application and renewal fee. The bill also establishes penalties for misuse, such as using the placard for non-caregiving purposes or submitting false information, and requires the Motor Vehicle Commission to maintain a registry of issued permits.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4227: Prohibits fur farming.

This New Jersey bill prohibits the practice of fur farming, which includes breeding, raising, producing, and marketing animals like foxes, rabbits, and minks for their pelts. The law classifies fur farming as an agricultural pursuit but makes it illegal to engage in it, with violators facing disorderly persons charges. However, the legislation explicitly allows individuals to keep these animals as pets, service animals, or domestic companions, and it does not affect existing regulations regarding the release or escape of such animals. Additionally, the bill removes references to fur-bearing animals from legal definitions of agricultural products and land used for farming purposes.

Topics ✓ Environment

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly May 14, 2026

A 5067: Requires feasibility study to examine establishment of regional medical examiner office facility in Southern New Jersey and collaborative development of new medical examiner education initiatives; appropriates $40,000.

This bill directs the Office of the Chief State Medical Examiner to conduct a feasibility study on creating a new regional facility in Southern New Jersey and expanding local medical examiner training programs. The study will assess the need for a combined morgue and administrative center, evaluate costs for advanced equipment like CT scanners, and explore partnerships with area universities to develop new forensic science courses and fellowship programs. To fund this initial research, the legislation appropriates $40,000 from the state's General Fund to hire an entity to perform the analysis. Once completed, the findings and recommendations will be submitted to the Governor and the Legislature for further consideration.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4232: "New Jersey Prison Libraries Act"; establishes "Prison Libraries Fund" and appropriates $1 million.

This bill, known as the New Jersey Prison Libraries Act, creates a special fund within the Department of Corrections to support library services for incarcerated individuals. The legislation establishes a $1 million appropriation and allows the department to use these funds for hiring librarians, upgrading library infrastructure, acquiring diverse reading materials, and offering educational programs like job training and digital literacy. The bill explicitly restricts the use of these funds to library-related activities, prohibiting their use for general prison operations, medical care, or basic necessities like food and clothing.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Education ✓ Technology

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4241: Requires State agencies to provide information regarding living donations; appropriates $1 million.

This bill requires New Jersey state agencies to educate the public about living anatomical donations, such as organ transplants from living donors. To achieve this, agencies must distribute informational materials in both paper and digital formats, with the Department of Human Services providing the content and updating it at least every two years. The legislation also allocates $1 million from the state's General Fund to the Department of Human Services to support these educational efforts.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly May 14, 2026

A 5070: Requires MVC to administer electronic transaction system for used motor vehicle sales within certain time period; authorizes use of same system for private motor vehicle sales.

This bill directs the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission to create an electronic system for processing used car sales documents within 24 months of a specific prior law taking effect. The legislation also allows the commission to extend this same digital platform to private individuals selling vehicles to one another, rather than just dealerships. A key provision requires the system to handle security interests and title transfers electronically, replacing the previous paper-based method for these tasks. Ultimately, the law mandates that these changes be implemented through official rules adopted by the commission.

Topics ✓ Technology ✓ Transportation

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 14, 2026

SR 100: Urges Governor to enter into sister-state relationship with Ternopil Region of Ukraine; expresses support for closer partnership between US, NJ, and Ukraine.

This Senate resolution urges the Governor of New Jersey to establish a sister-state relationship with the Ternopil Region of Ukraine. The bill aims to foster closer diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties between New Jersey, the United States, and Ukraine. It highlights potential benefits such as student exchanges, business development, and academic collaboration while noting the existing strategic partnership between the US and Ukraine. The resolution directs copies to relevant state and foreign officials to facilitate this proposed partnership.

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 14, 2026

SR 101: Declares New Jersey's natural lands essential infrastructure; recognizes need for land conservation.

Senate Resolution 101 declares New Jersey's natural lands, including forests, farms, and wetlands, as essential infrastructure that supports public health, safety, and economic stability. The resolution recognizes the need for strategic land conservation to provide benefits like clean water, flood control, and air quality improvement. It specifically sets a goal for the state to conserve 500,000 acres by 2050 and directs copies of the resolution to the New Jersey State Director of The Nature Conservancy. This bill does not allocate funding or change laws but serves as a formal statement of policy and intent.

Topics ✓ Environment

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4272: Imposes contribution requirements on use of automated customer service kiosks by employers.

This New Jersey bill requires employers to pay a fee for each automated customer service kiosk they operate within the state. The fee is calculated based on the number of hours the kiosk is available for use and the state minimum wage, with the collected money going to unemployment and property tax relief funds. The law specifically defines these kiosks as self-service stations where customers can quickly order goods or submit payments at a business location. Employers must report and pay this contribution to the Division of Taxation, and the bill does not classify the kiosks themselves as employees.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4246: Establishes Whole-Home Repairs Program in HMFA; appropriates $25 million.

This bill creates the Whole-Home Repairs Program within the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency to provide financial assistance for home improvements. It targets low-income homeowners and small landlords by offering grants to owners and forgivable loans to landlords who agree to limit rent increases for at least two years. The program specifically funds repairs for accessibility, safety, energy efficiency, and weatherization, with priority given to seniors, people with disabilities, and those facing immediate health risks. A total of $25 million is appropriated from the state's General Fund to support these efforts while ensuring that construction work pays prevailing wages.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Housing

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