A2253

Codifies and requires Legislative authorization for reductions in minimum NJ FamilyCare eligibility levels and benefits.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Codifies NJ FamilyCare eligibility standards and benefits, requiring legislative approval for reductions.

The bill codifies the NJ FamilyCare income and asset eligibility standards, categories of individuals eligible for benefits, and the benefits available under the program at the levels in place as of January 19, 2025. It specifies that these standards and benefits may not be reduced or eliminated except upon enactment of legislation by the State Legislature. The bill also mandates the Commissioner of Human Services to establish various enrollment simplification practices, including streamlined application forms, online enrollment, continuous enrollment, and the provision of.

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Where it stands

Current
Aging and Human Services Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee