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New Jersey Senate Bill S3017
New Jersey 2026-2027 Regular Session
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New Jersey 2026-2027 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S3017

Introduced
1/13/26  
Refer
1/13/26  
Report Pass
2/9/26  

Caption

Makes supplemental General Fund appropriation of $45 million to DHS for opioid related care and treatment at certain hospitals.

Impact

The bill aims to enhance the available resources for managing the ongoing opioid epidemic by earmarking significant funding for hospital initiatives dedicated to addressing opioid-related health issues. Each of the hospitals receiving funds is mandated to submit quarterly reports detailing the use of these funds, which will track metrics such as the number of individuals served and outcomes associated with the treatment provided. This requirement ensures accountability and effective use of the appropriated resources.

Summary

Senate Bill S3017, pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 session, proposes to shift a $45 million appropriation aimed at providing care and treatment for opioid-related issues from the Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund to the General Fund. This restructuring is intended to streamline funding for specific hospitals while ensuring that necessary treatment for victims of the opioid crisis is maintained. The hospitals designated to receive this funding include Hackensack, RWJ Barnabas, Cooper, and Atlantic Health, with specific amounts allocated to each facility for their opioid hospital initiatives.

Contention

While the bill emphasizes crucial support for hospitals combating the devastating effects of opioids, one point of contention may arise from the shift of funds from the Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund. Stakeholders might be concerned about the implications this shift has for future funding dedicated to other facets of opioid recovery efforts, such as broader community-based initiatives or public health programs. Removing general provision 111 from the FY 2026 appropriations act, which previously set similar funding from the specialized opioid fund, could lead to debates around resource allocation and the long-term strategy for combating opioid addiction statewide.

Latest NJ S3017 Activity

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Companion Bills

NJ S4792

Carry Over Shifts $45 million appropriation for opioid related care and treatment provided at certain hospitals from Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund to General Fund.

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