A 1652 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Allows physicians to report patients with epilepsy or related conditions to MVC.

This bill changes New Jersey law to allow (but not require) physicians to report patients aged 16+ with persistent epilepsy or related conditions - such as recurrent seizures, unconsciousness, or motor coordination issues despite treatment - to the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC). Currently, physicians must report such cases within 24 hours; this bill makes reporting optional. The MVC Chief Administrator would still receive reports using prescribed forms, and the State Health Commissioner would collaborate on form design. The change affects physicians treating qualifying patients and alters the reporting obligation without modifying MVC's underlying safety standards.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee
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Melinda Kane
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