This bill sets a minimum daily reimbursement rate of $950 for pediatric skilled care nursing facilities that participate in New Jersey's Medicaid and NJ FamilyCare programs. It applies specifically to facilities providing specialized long-term care for children and youth up to age 21 who require nursing services beyond conventional care. The reimbursement floor is conditional on facilities meeting all state and federal requirements for licensure, patient safety, and quality of care. The legislation also includes funding from the General Fund to cover the increased costs and requires the Department of Human Services to submit necessary federal approvals for the program changes.
This bill requires a minimum two-day waiting period between the second and third readings of New Jersey's annual state budget bill in both the Senate and General Assembly. The provision ensures that budget legislation cannot be passed immediately after its second reading, giving legislators additional time to review the financial plan. A three-fourths majority vote in either house can waive this requirement if urgent action is deemed necessary. The law applies specifically to the appropriations act and takes effect immediately upon passage.
This bill requires New Jersey's Departments of Human Services and Children and Families to each hire a full-time Director of Medical Services to oversee medical aspects of abuse and neglect investigations. The new positions, located within specific investigative units, would be filled by licensed physicians who advise on complex medical issues during investigations, provide expert testimony in legal proceedings, and review medical policies at state facilities caring for people with developmental disabilities. The legislation appropriates $480,000 from the state's General Fund to cover the salaries for these two new director positions, with $240,000 allocated to each department.
This bill directs New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection to create a rebate program that helps residents purchase microfiber washing machine filters, which are devices attached to washing machines to trap synthetic fibers before they enter the wastewater system. The program would provide one-time rebates of up to $100 or the cost of the filter, whichever is less, to residents who buy eligible filters and submit a completed application. The state has appropriated $2.5 million from the General Fund to support this initiative, and the DEP must report annually on the program's usage, costs, and effectiveness to the Governor and Legislature.
This bill allocates $4.8 million in state funding to Jefferson Township Public Schools to help cover operational expenses. The money comes from the state's General Fund and is designated specifically for direct educational services and assistance within the district. By providing this supplemental appropriation, the legislation aims to address a funding shortfall that the school district has experienced. The funds take effect immediately and are intended to support the school system's day-to-day operations during the 2026 fiscal year.
This bill creates a new Office of Emergency Responder Survivor Support and Navigation within the New Jersey Department of Treasury to help families of emergency responders who die in the line of duty. The office will be staffed by individuals who have personally experienced the loss of a first responder and will assist beneficiaries with applying for government and private benefits, provide summaries of eligible benefits, and offer ongoing support during the application process. The legislation appropriates $1,000,000 annually from the General Fund to support these operations and is named in honor of three emergency responders who died in the line of duty.
This bill creates the New Jersey Skills Service Corps, a paid volunteer program for adults aged 18 and older that allows participants to earn industry-recognized credentials while working on state projects. Administered by the Office of Volunteerism in the Department of State, the program requires volunteers to commit at least 15 hours per month for up to two years in areas such as infrastructure, healthcare, education, and community development, with priority given to residents of underserved communities. Eligible participants receive a monthly stipend determined by the program director and complete training and free certification upon finishing their service. The bill also establishes a dedicated fund to finance the program through state appropriations, federal grants, and private contributions, and includes an initial appropriation from the General Fund to launch the initiative.
This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Health to create a program that buys and distributes xylazine test strips to organizations authorized to provide harm reduction services. The Department will manage bulk purchases, distribute the strips upon request from these organizations, and maintain a website to inform the public about xylazine and where to access the test strips. The program will be funded through available federal funds and state appropriations from the General Fund. This legislation takes effect immediately upon passage.
This bill creates a Nursing School Expansion Grant Program in New Jersey to help nursing schools increase their capacity and improve the supply of nurses. The program will be managed by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, which will review applications from eligible nursing education programs at public universities, private colleges, or hospital-based schools. To receive funding, schools must submit detailed plans showing how they will increase enrollment and graduation rates, expand faculty, improve workforce diversity, and strengthen connections between different nursing education levels. The bill appropriates $25 million from the state's General Fund, with $24.5 million available for grants and up to $500,000 reserved for administrative costs.
This bill creates a new supplemental weekly benefit for New Jersey workers receiving disability or death compensation for injuries or deaths that occurred after December 31, 1979, starting July 1, 2026. The additional payments are funded by the state General Fund rather than employers and are calculated to maintain the same proportion of the maximum benefit rate as the worker's original award. Payments begin at 33.3% of the base amount in 2027, increase to 66.7% in 2028, and reach 100% in 2029, with adjustments to ensure total benefits do not exceed federal Social Security limits. Employers must notify the Division of Workers' Compensation within 60 days if supplemental benefits are needed, or they become responsible for paying those benefits.
