S 166 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Requires DOH to establish Community Health Center Integrated Care Loan Program; appropriates funds for purposes of loan program.

This bill establishes a zero-interest loan program to help community health centers integrate new care services. It requires the New Jersey Department of Health to provide short-term loans to centers - such as federally qualified health centers, behavioral health clinics, and substance abuse facilities - to add modalities like primary care, behavioral health, or substance use disorder services. Centers must apply with detailed plans showing how funds will cover staff, training, licensure, or infrastructure costs for integration. Loans prioritize centers serving high Medicaid populations and will be distributed equitably across the state. The program is funded through state appropriations and operates as a revolving fund.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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