A 4347 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Creates stockpile of protective masks for use by first responders under certain circumstances.

This bill requires New Jersey's Director of Homeland Security to create and maintain a statewide stockpile of N95 protective masks for first responders within 180 days. The stockpile must be stored in a central location, regularly maintained, and distributed during emergencies like terrorist attacks, wildfires, or other events involving hazardous air pollutants or toxic gases. First responders - including police, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians - will directly benefit from this stockpile. The bill mandates consultation with emergency response organizations during planning and establishes a system for mask replacement and statewide deployment.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 19, 2026 Last action Feb 19, 2026
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Feb 19, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
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Shanique Speight
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