Maddy summaryThis bill (S 3015) requires all public and nonpublic school athletic coaches in New Jersey to hold current certification in automated external defibrillator (AED) operation and first aid from recognized organizations like the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. It updates existing requirements by expanding emergency action plans for sports injuries to include specific details such as identifying healthcare providers at events and providing emergency contact information with venue directions. The law amends P.L.2013, c.209 (which sets coach certification standards) and P.L.2019, c.292 (which governs emergency action plans). These changes apply to all school districts and nonpublic schools with grades 6-12, effective for the first full school year after enactment.
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Maddy summaryThis bill (S 3019) expands the duties of licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and patient care technicians (PCTs) working in New Jersey dialysis centers. Specifically, it allows LPNs to perform pre- and post-dialysis focal assessments (if no RN judgment/intervention is needed), and permits PCTs to administer saline and heparin - tasks currently restricted under state rules. All such activities must be conducted under a registered nurse’s direct supervision, with abnormalities immediately reported to the RN. The bill directly affects dialysis center staff and patients receiving dialysis services, requiring the Commissioner of Health to create implementing rules within 180 days of enactment.
Maddy summaryS 2985 creates "Mission Critical Long-Term Care Teams" within New Jersey's Department of Health to identify and assist long-term care facilities facing financial or operational risks that could harm residents or disrupt care. Each team - comprising four experts in areas like finance, nursing, and safety - will evaluate facilities using specific indicators for financial health and compliance with resident care standards. If a facility is flagged through inspections, complaints, or by the facility itself, the team must work with it to address issues and may require full access to the facility's operations and financial records. This bill directly affects all New Jersey long-term care facilities, focusing on preventing decline through collaborative intervention rather than punitive measures. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.
Maddy summaryThis New Jersey bill (S 3001) requires payment processors (merchant acquirers) to use a specific industry code for firearms and ammunition businesses starting May 1, 2027. It defines "firearms merchants" as businesses in New Jersey where gun sales represent the highest revenue, and mandates that payment processors assign the standardized code established by the International Organization for Standardization. The Attorney General can enforce the law by imposing $10,000 civil penalties per violation, but businesses may avoid penalties by correcting issues within 30 days of notice. The law does not change gun sales regulations but affects how payment processing companies categorize firearm-related transactions.
Maddy summaryThis bill provides automatic eligibility for New Jersey's subsidized child care program to child care workers (defined as those employed 20+ hours/week at licensed centers or registered providers), regardless of their family income. It requires the Human Services Commissioner to create a verification process confirming workers' employment hours and to seek necessary federal waivers to maintain funding under the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act. The policy change directly affects child care staff seeking subsidized care for their own children, removing income barriers for this specific group. The law does not alter existing subsidy rules for other families but streamlines access for qualifying child care workers.
Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits pharmacies and businesses with pharmacies on their premises from selling tobacco products (including smokeless tobacco) or electronic smoking devices (like e-cigarettes, vapes, and their parts). It directly affects pharmacy operators and retail businesses hosting pharmacies, while exempting FDA-approved smoking cessation products and medical cannabis dispensaries for registered patients. Violations carry escalating fines ($250 for first offense, $500 for second, $1,000 for third+), with potential disciplinary action from the Board of Pharmacy. The prohibition does not apply to department stores or food retailers (defined as stores where groceries make up ≥65% of sales), which may still operate pharmacies on their premises.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a New Jersey Out-of-School Time Advisory Commission to review before-school, after-school, and summer programs for children. The 23-member commission includes state education and human services agency heads (as ex officio members) and 19 public members appointed by the Governor, representing organizations like schools, parents, child care providers, and youth development experts. The commission’s duties include assessing current programs, examining funding sources, studying access across urban/suburban/rural areas, and recommending improvements to program quality and accountability. It must submit an interim report within one year and a final report within two years, after which the commission will expire. The bill does not change existing funding or programs but creates a review body to inform future policy decisions.
Maddy summaryThis bill imposes a monthly tax on commercial data collectors (businesses that gather personal data for business purposes) based on the number of New Jersey consumers whose data they collect. Tax rates range from $0.05 to $0.50 per consumer, with higher tiers for larger data volumes. The first $60 million in annual tax revenue will be dedicated to the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Trust Fund, specifically to support New Jersey’s 9-8-8 crisis hotline and behavioral health services. The tax applies to data collected from consumers with New Jersey addresses or IP connections, and businesses may claim credits for similar taxes paid to other states.
Maddy summaryThis New Jersey bill (S 3002) strengthens oversight of residential facilities serving people with developmental disabilities. It creates a "Residential Facility Quality of Care Improvement Fund" within the Department of Human Services (DHS) to support quality improvements, while establishing new penalties for providers who violate safety and staffing rules. Key provisions include increased fines (up to $25,000 per incident) for administrative neglect causing injury, failure to conduct background checks, or not reporting abuse/neglect, and requiring timely internal investigations. The bill was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, as it was incorporated into enacted law (P.L.2025, c.280).
Maddy summaryNew Jersey would join a multi-state agreement allowing licensed dentists and dental hygienists to practice across state lines without reapplying for separate licenses. This compact creates a streamlined "compact privilege" for professionals licensed in participating states, reducing administrative barriers for cross-state work. It aims to improve access to dental services in underserved areas while requiring states to share disciplinary records and maintain their own licensing standards. The agreement does not alter existing state licensure requirements but facilitates mobility for licensed professionals, including military families relocating between states.