A 4251 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes "Automobile Accident Injury Fund."

This bill establishes a permanent "Automobile Accident Injury Fund" within New Jersey's Department of Banking and Insurance. It provides coverage for medical costs incurred by individuals injured in accidents involving a stolen vehicle, specifically when the injured person has no health insurance or automobile insurance that covers the medical expenses. The fund covers these costs regardless of whether the stolen vehicle was properly insured under state law. The Department of Banking and Insurance will manage the fund, create application procedures, and determine payment amounts for eligible applicants. This directly affects uninsured residents injured by stolen vehicles, addressing gaps when personal insurance fails to cover treatment.
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Introduced Feb 19, 2026 Last action Feb 19, 2026
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Shanique Speight
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