Requires initial Medicaid and NJ FamilyCare eligibility determinations to be made not later than 21 days following application submission; provides that NJ FamilyCare coverage is terminated whenever required premium is not paid for three consecutive months.

This bill changes two key aspects of New Jersey's Medicaid and NJ FamilyCare programs. It requires eligibility determinations to be completed within 21 days of application submission, with written notification to applicants if processing exceeds this timeframe. It also changes the rule for coverage termination, requiring three consecutive months of unpaid premiums before NJ FamilyCare coverage is terminated (currently, coverage ends after one missed payment). These changes aim to streamline the application process and prevent individuals from losing coverage due to occasional payment delays. The bill also mandates annual reporting to the Governor and Legislature on processing performance.