S 4094 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Revises statutory law to change title of "physician assistant" to "physician associate."

This bill amends New Jersey state law to officially change the professional title of "physician assistant" to "physician associate" in various legal contexts. The primary mechanism involves updating specific sections of the statutes governing assisted reproductive technology and artificial insemination to reflect this new terminology. While the bill's main purpose is a simple name change, it also defines roles such as physician associate within the existing framework for reproductive health services. The legislation does not alter the duties or qualifications of the professionals but ensures their titles are consistent across family law and medical regulations.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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May 2026
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Introduced May 4, 2026 Last action May 14, 2026
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May 14, 2026
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Transferred to Senate Commerce Committee
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May 4, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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Joe Lagana
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