Asm. Chris Tully

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's State Board of Medical Examiners to allow physicians to count one optional continuing medical education (CME) credit toward their license renewal for training on menopause. The training covers menopause's physiological and psychological aspects, treatments, related health risks (like heart health and osteoporosis), and communication strategies. Physicians who complete this training would earn a credit that counts toward their required 100 CME hours for license renewal. The bill defines menopause as the natural process where a woman permanently stops having menstrual periods after 12 months without one. It does not mandate the training but offers it as an optional credit.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a proportional property tax exemption for New Jersey veterans who are honorably discharged and have a service-connected permanent disability rated at 10% or higher. It directly affects qualifying veterans (and their surviving spouses) by reducing their property taxes in line with their disability rating, with a $10,000 cap for exemptions below 100% disability. Veterans deemed unemployable due to service-connected disability receive a full 100% exemption, matching current benefits for those with 100% disability ratings. The bill also requires the state to reimburse municipalities 102% of the tax costs for these exemptions, including administrative expenses, through annual reporting by local tax authorities.

Maddy summaryThis bill eliminates a 5% down payment requirement for New Jersey local governments issuing bonds to fund hazard mitigation and resilience projects, such as flood protection or climate adaptation efforts. It also removes the need for these projects to seek approval from the Local Finance Board regarding bond repayment schedules. The exemption applies specifically to projects funded by state grants (like Green Acres) or loans from the New Jersey Infrastructure Bank. This change aims to simplify financing for communities working on critical infrastructure to address natural disasters.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Medicaid program and Plan First program to cover fertility preservation services for individuals whose fertility may be impaired by medically necessary treatments like cancer therapy. It defines "iatrogenic infertility" as fertility loss caused by medical treatments affecting reproductive organs, and specifies that covered services include storage of sperm, eggs, embryos, and cryopreserved ovarian tissue. The coverage must be provided without discrimination based on age, gender, sexual orientation, or other personal characteristics, making these often-expensive services accessible to low-to-moderate income patients who would otherwise be unable to afford them.

Maddy summaryThis bill revises New Jersey's involuntary commitment process for substance use disorder treatment. It requires a clinical certificate completed by a psychiatrist within three days of a person's presentation for commitment, detailing specific facts supporting the need for treatment - excluding relatives from signing these forms. It explicitly states that individuals recently treated for opioid overdose are automatically deemed "dangerous to self," triggering commitment eligibility. The bill directly affects adults with substance use disorders who are unwilling to accept voluntary treatment and meet the new danger criteria, particularly those with recent opioid-related hospitalizations. These changes clarify and streamline the legal pathway for involuntary treatment while adding specific safeguards for opioid overdose cases.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the sale, manufacture, and distribution of apparel containing intentionally added PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in New Jersey, effective two years after enactment. It covers most everyday clothing (like shirts, pants, athletic wear, swimwear, and school uniforms) as well as specialized outdoor gear designed for extreme weather, but excludes military protective equipment. Violations would be treated as consumer fraud under New Jersey law, subjecting offenders to fines of up to $20,000 per offense, cease-and-desist orders, and potential punitive damages. The law directly affects apparel manufacturers, retailers, and suppliers operating within the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurance carriers in New Jersey to cover prostate cancer screening without cost sharing (no deductibles, copays, or coinsurance). It expands the definition of "prostate cancer screening" to include more diagnostic methods beyond digital rectal exams and PSA tests, such as urinary analysis, serum biomarkers, and medical imaging. The coverage applies to men age 50+ who are asymptomatic, and men age 40+ with family history of prostate cancer or other risk factors. The bill extends these requirements to additional insurance types, including individual health insurance policies, that weren't previously required to cover prostate cancer screening under current law.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to create a statewide program mapping stormwater infrastructure - including culverts, drains, and underground pipes - using drone and LIDAR technology. It directly affects the DEP, local municipalities (especially older communities with outdated infrastructure), and emergency responders who rely on accurate stormwater data for flood prevention and infrastructure planning. The DEP must prioritize areas with aging or undocumented systems, store all collected data in a centralized database accessible to state and local agencies, and submit annual progress reports to the Governor and Legislature. The program aims to improve flood management and infrastructure maintenance by replacing incomplete or outdated records with high-resolution, geospatial maps.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits all consumer and commercial uses of paraquat dichloride, a toxic herbicide commonly used in agriculture and gardening, within two years of its effective date. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection must create rules to ban these uses and require safety measures for workers handling the chemical. It directly affects farmers, gardeners, and businesses that currently use paraquat-based products. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey state agencies and other covered entities (like boards and commissions) to make certain studies and papers available online. Specifically, any study or paper considered a public record under New Jersey's Open Public Records Act must be posted electronically on the relevant state agency's website. The law defines "state entity" broadly to include all executive branch departments, agencies, and their related boards or authorities. This change ensures these documents are accessible online without requiring a formal public records request.