Reduces copayments and coinsurance for asthma inhalers covered by certain health benefits plans.
This bill limits out-of-pocket costs for asthma inhalers under New Jersey health insurance plans. It requires hospital, medical, and health service plans sold in the state to cover prescribed asthma inhalers with no deductible and capping copayments or coinsurance at $35 per 30-day supply. The law applies to all covered individuals who receive a prescription from a participating doctor or nurse practitioner. Plans may offer lower costs but cannot exceed the $35 limit for this specific coverage.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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Shirley Turner
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