Asm. Shanique Speight

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all health insurance plans in New Jersey to cover pelvic floor physical therapy for one year after childbirth. It applies to hospital service, medical service, health service, individual, group, and health benefits plans. The coverage must be provided at the same level as for other medical conditions, meaning no higher out-of-pocket costs or restrictions than standard medical care. This directly affects women who have given birth and are covered by these insurance plans during the postpartum period.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the "New Jersey Migrant and Refugee Assistance Act" to create a coordination program within the Department of Human Services. The program connects migrants (individuals relocating from other countries) and refugees (granted federal refugee status) with existing public assistance resources like housing, healthcare, job training, education, and legal services. It requires the Department to collaborate with local governments and community groups, conduct multilingual outreach, and submit annual reports tracking program effectiveness and service numbers. The bill directly affects migrants and refugees in New Jersey seeking support to integrate into state services.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey long-term care facilities to provide biennial staff training on caring for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, queer, intersex (LGBTQI) seniors and seniors living with HIV. The training must cover definitions, respectful communication (including preferred names/pronouns), historical discrimination challenges, and strategies to create safe, welcoming environments. Facilities must designate two staff members - one management and one direct care - to receive in-person training from experts, then train all other staff using approved materials. Facilities must document training completion and cover all associated costs, with records available for state health and ombudsman offices upon request.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurance plans and Medicaid in New Jersey to cover all reproductive health care services, including family planning and abortion. It also prohibits medical malpractice insurers from raising premiums or canceling coverage for providers who offer these legally protected services. The law applies to all health insurance companies, Medicaid, and malpractice insurers operating in the state. By mandating coverage and preventing insurance penalties, the bill aims to remove financial barriers to reproductive health care access for all residents.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey long-term care facilities providing specialized care for Alzheimer's patients to maintain at least one staff member trained in memory care at all times. It mandates that facilities keep daily staffing records (including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nurse aides) and provide this information to the public upon request. Additionally, facilities must share a written list of Alzheimer's-specific activities and safety policies with potential residents and submit annual reports on antipsychotic medication use to the state health department. These requirements directly affect facilities serving Alzheimer's patients across New Jersey.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires landlords of multi-unit rental properties (excluding very small owner-occupied buildings with three or fewer units) to provide tenants with a legal resources notice. Landlords must distribute the notice at move-in, lease renewal, and when legal action is taken against a tenant, and post it prominently in the building. The notice, developed by the state Department of Community Affairs, lists free and private legal services, common tenant rights, and a $1,000 penalty for non-compliance. It directly affects landlords in qualifying properties and ensures tenants have accessible information about legal assistance.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new Division on Marijuana and Cannabis Enforcement within New Jersey's Department of Law and Public Safety. The division will track marijuana-related law enforcement data - including arrests for impaired driving involving cannabis, convictions, and seized substances - and run public safety campaigns about the risks of driving under the influence of cannabis or with alcohol. It must submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature containing this data, campaign activities, and any recommendations for policy improvements. The bill directly affects law enforcement agencies, state officials, and the public through centralized data collection and safety messaging.

Maddy summaryThis bill, the "New Jerseyans’ Right to Monitor Act," grants New Jersey residents the right to record law enforcement officers performing their duties - such as traffic stops or patrols - as long as the person is not under arrest or in custody. It prohibits police from interfering with this recording, including threatening, stopping, seizing equipment, or arresting someone solely for recording. Individuals who face such interference can sue for damages, including attorney fees, and the law explicitly states this right does not replace existing constitutional protections. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a voluntary central registry for New Jersey residents aged 65 or older, managed by the Division of Aging Services. Seniors can register to provide basic information (name, address, contact details, income level) to receive wellness check calls during emergencies, service information (like NJ SAVE program links and Area Agencies on Aging locations), and statistical reporting. The registry ensures privacy - data is confidential, not public record, and users can request removal after 21 days, after which records are destroyed. The state will also run a multilingual awareness campaign targeting residents aged 64+ to promote registry enrollment.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows individuals with suspended or revoked driver's licenses to apply to municipal courts for a restricted use license, primarily for employment or education travel. Courts must consider financial hardship and the risk of repeat offenses before approving, but those suspended for certain offenses (like DUI) are excluded. Approved licensees would receive a color-coded license and placard displayed on vehicles, permitting driving only between home, work, or school during specific hours, with a $100 fee max. The license expires when the regular license is restored after suspension ends.