Concerns food allergy safety, emergency preparedness, and anaphylaxis response in child care settings.
This bill, known as Elijah's Law, requires licensed child care centers and family day care homes in New Jersey to implement mandatory annual training for staff on food allergy recognition and emergency response procedures. It authorizes these facilities to keep FDA-approved epinephrine devices available for immediate use in anaphylaxis emergencies, with dosing based on the child's weight. The legislation also establishes a regulatory framework for training content and defines key terms related to allergy management and emergency preparedness.
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in committee
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Introduction
Mar 2026
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Governor
Introduced Mar 19, 2026
Last action Mar 19, 2026
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Mar 19, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee
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