A4854

Implements Mom Project oral health program in DOH; appropriates $3,000,000.

Introduced·5/4/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A4854 establishes the Mom Project program to provide oral health education and dental care for pregnant and postpartum low-income women.

New Jersey A4854 establishes the Mom Project program within the Department of Health to provide oral health education and dental care for pregnant and postpartum low-income women. The program is to be administered in conjunction with Maternal Health Organizations. Services include comprehensive dental exams, cleanings, treatment plans, and oral health education. The bill appropriates $3,000,000 for the program. Maternal Health Organizations will implement outreach plans to identify and register eligible mothers, provide oral health education, and develop customized treatment plans.

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History

May 4

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee