Sen. Raj Mukherji

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 797) requires New Jersey Medicaid to cover ovulation-enhancing drugs and related medical services for eligible beneficiaries experiencing infertility. It directly affects low-income New Jersey residents enrolled in Medicaid who face infertility challenges. The key mechanism adds these fertility treatments to Medicaid's list of covered services under "medical care not included in subsection a.(5)," expanding existing coverage categories. The bill specifies coverage for the drugs themselves and associated medical services administered to manage infertility, without detailing specific eligibility thresholds beyond the beneficiary's infertility status.

Maddy summaryS 452 would limit annual rent increases to 5% plus the local cost-of-living change (or 10% maximum) for most rental units in New Jersey. It affects landlords and tenants in standard residential leases, but excludes affordable housing units, new constructions (within 15 years), single-family homes owned by individuals (not corporations), and duplexes where the landlord resides. The cap applies only to future rent increases, not current rates, and tenants could challenge violations through existing tenant protection laws. The bill does not alter current rent levels or apply to exempt properties like dormitories or government-subsidized housing.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution urges New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to stop funding synthetic turf field projects and prioritize natural grass fields for recreational development under the Green Acres Program. It directs the DEP to redirect funds away from synthetic turf - after reports of $10 million invested in such projects in 2023 - toward safer, natural grass alternatives. The resolution cites environmental concerns about microplastics and health risks from extreme heat (up to 72°F hotter than grass) and chemicals associated with synthetic turf. It does not create new law but asks the DEP to adjust funding priorities for future Green Acres projects.

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 2952) was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, as it was incorporated into enacted law (P.L.2025, c.314). It allows New Jersey municipalities to impose an employer payroll tax of up to 1% (with a 3% administrative fee option) on businesses operating within their borders. If a municipality has a median household income of $55,000 or more, all collected tax revenues must fund local schools through a special fund, with strict confidentiality rules protecting employer reporting data. The bill also clarifies tax obligations for out-of-state employees and prohibits duplicate tax payments across multiple municipalities.

Maddy summaryS 2904 requires New Jersey's Division of Consumer Affairs to create a public education campaign about real estate rental scams, directly affecting renters and potential renters in the state. The campaign will provide multilingual resources (in English and Spanish) via the division's website, brochures, and pamphlets, explaining how to recognize scams like fake listings or fraudulent requests for upfront payments. It also mandates a toll-free phone number for consumers to verify landlords, agents, or rental properties. The bill focuses on preventing financial harm by educating the public on common scam tactics, such as demands for wire transfers or showing properties before signing leases.

Maddy summaryThe "Patient and Provider Protection Act" regulates pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) in New Jersey, directly affecting PBMs, pharmacies (both contracted and independent), and patients who use prescription drugs. It requires PBMs to establish conflict-free committees managing drug formularies, ensures generic drugs are not disadvantaged over higher-cost alternatives, and bans commission-based PBM compensation in favor of flat fees. The bill mandates PBMs to prioritize long-term patient health outcomes, prohibits misleading marketing to steer patients to network pharmacies, and sets reimbursement rules: contracted pharmacies must be paid at least their acquisition cost, while independent pharmacies receive rates no more than 5% below the lowest contracted rate (but not below cost). It also bans contracts conditioning drug rebates on excluding generic drugs and prevents PBMs from restricting independent pharmacies from matching network prices and quantities.

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 2967) requires New Jersey to implement security measures to prevent SNAP (food stamp) benefit theft and replace stolen benefits under specific circumstances. It directly affects SNAP recipients and the Department of Human Services, which must adopt practices like requiring strong PINs, two-factor authentication for balance checks, and enhanced fraud education. The bill upgrades criminal penalties for theft (to a third-degree crime for $150+ losses) and mandates the department to post fraud prevention information online and at enrollment sites. It also establishes a claims process for recipients to report and replace stolen benefits.

Maddy summaryS 2974 requires New Jersey judges, law enforcement officers, and court personnel to receive updated domestic violence training that specifically covers recognizing coercive control. Coercive control refers to patterns of manipulation that isolate or control a partner (like restricting access to friends, monitoring movements, or threatening immigration status). The bill amends existing training requirements to mandate this content as part of annual in-service training for all relevant personnel. It directly affects judges handling domestic violence cases, police officers, and court staff who process domestic violence complaints. The training will cover indicators of coercive control as defined in current law (N.J.S.A. 2C:25-29), including isolation, monitoring, and threats.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows 16- and 17-year-olds who are U.S. citizens, reside in a school district for at least 30 days, and live in New Jersey to vote only in local school board elections. It requires the Secretary of State to create a separate registration process and ballot design for these voters, mirroring existing systems for other eligible voters. The bill does not permit voting in any other elections (like mayoral or state elections) and does not require school boards or municipalities to take action to implement it. This change would take effect January 1 following the bill's enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill, now law as P.L.2025, c.296, establishes a regulated system for psilocybin use in New Jersey to treat behavioral health conditions. It authorizes licensed psilocybin service centers to provide supervised sessions for adults 21+ with conditions like depression or anxiety, requiring trained facilitators and mandatory follow-up therapy sessions. The law creates licensing requirements for service centers, manufacturers, and facilitators, and mandates a state advisory board to oversee implementation. It directly affects New Jersey residents aged 21+ with behavioral health needs seeking this treatment option, while prohibiting access for minors and preventing illegal diversion.