Prohibits automatic registration with New Jersey Immunization Information System.
This bill changes New Jersey's immunization registry policy by requiring written parental or guardian consent for enrollment, instead of automatic registration. It directly affects parents/guardians of children under 18 and individuals over 18 who can opt out. Key provisions include: no automatic enrollment for newborns (replacing current automatic enrollment unless parents opt out), explicit written consent required for all minors, and strengthened privacy protections limiting registry access to authorized health providers and schools. The bill also prohibits discrimination against those who decline registry participation.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
lower
2 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Gerry Scharfenberger
RRepublican
P
Vicky Flynn
RRepublican
Co
Dawn Fantasia
RRepublican
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