New Jersey State Senator

Joseph Vitale 2026-2027 Regular Session - Authored & Sponsored Legislation (Page 3)

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Primary Sponsor of Legislation

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New Jersey Senate Bill S3019

Introduced
1/13/26  
Increases scope of practice for licensed practical nurses and patient care technicians under certain circumstances.
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New Jersey Senate Bill S2981

Introduced
1/13/26  
Establishes certain requirements and initiatives related to nurses; appropriates funds.
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New Jersey Senate Bill S3011

Introduced
1/13/26  
"Healthy Smiles Act"; increases NJ FamilyCare fee-for-service reimbursement rates for pediatric dental services; requires NJ FamilyCare managed care rates for identical services be no less than fee-for-service rates.
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New Jersey Senate Bill S3148

Introduced
1/13/26  
Refer
1/13/26  
Failed
1/13/26  
"Psilocybin Behavioral Health Access and Services Act"; authorizes production and use of psilocybin to promote health and wellness.
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New Jersey Senate Bill S3015

Introduced
1/13/26  
Requires public and nonpublic school athletic coaches to obtain certification in automated external defibrillator operation and first aid; updates requirements of emergency action plan for sports-related injury.
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New Jersey Senate Bill S3005

Introduced
1/13/26  
Establishes framework for appointment of receiver for provider of services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
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New Jersey Senate Bill S3012

Introduced
1/13/26  
Creates Health Care Cost Containment and Price Transparency Commission, Office of Healthcare Affordability and Transparency, and hospital price transparency regulations.
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New Jersey Senate Bill S2993

Introduced
1/13/26  
Imposes certain rate filing requirements concerning certain health benefits plans available on State-based exchange.
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New Jersey Senate Bill S2985

Introduced
1/13/26  
Establishes "Mission Critical Long-Term Care Teams"; provides for identification of and intervention at long-term care facilities at risk of operational and financial distress.
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New Jersey Senate Bill S3013

Introduced
1/13/26  
Refer
1/13/26  
Report Pass
2/9/26  
Establishes telecommunication fee to support Statewide behavioral health crisis system of care.
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New Jersey Senate Bill S1792

Introduced
1/13/26  
Establishes program to subsidize purchase price of medical cannabis for registered qualifying patients enrolled in Medicaid or NJ FamilyCare programs.
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New Jersey Senate Bill S2884

Introduced
1/13/26  
Refer
1/13/26  
Report Pass
3/16/26  
"Stop Sepsis Act"; Requires hospitals to establish sepsis recognition and treatment protocols, train staff, and establish quality measures.
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New Jersey Senate Bill S3021

Introduced
1/13/26  
Requires hospitals to maintain minimum services when relocating from underserved community.
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New Jersey Senate Bill S2979

Introduced
1/13/26  
Prohibits sale of flavored cigarettes, non-premium cigars, and oral nicotine pouches.

Co-Sponsor of Legislation

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New Jersey Senate Bill S506

Introduced
1/13/26  
Requires public school student with concussion to be evaluated by physician or other licensed health care provider before return to school and return to physical activity at school.