Requires automatic registration with New Jersey Immunization Information System upon administration of vaccine for certain persons who consent to registration.
This bill requires automatic enrollment in New Jersey's Immunization Information System (NJIIS) when a vaccine is administered to individuals not already registered, unless the person (or their parent/guardian for minors under 18) provides a written opt-out request. It applies to all New Jersey residents receiving vaccines, with newborns (born after 1998) automatically enrolled at birth unless parents opt out, and those born before 1998 able to enroll via written request. The system tracks vaccination records for healthcare providers, schools, and public health use, while allowing individuals to review or correct their data and opt out of participation. During public health emergencies, the commissioner may temporarily override opt-out requests to monitor vaccine uptake.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action May 19, 2025
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May 19, 2025
Upper · Passed
Reported out of Senate Committee, 2nd Reading
upper
Jan 9, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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