S.2019

Authorizes pharmacists to dispense HIV prophylaxis without individual prescription under certain circumstances; mandates prescription benefits coverage.

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New Jersey S2019 allows pharmacists to dispense HIV prophylaxis without individual prescription under certain conditions and mandates coverage for.

New Jersey S2019 authorizes pharmacists to dispense HIV prophylaxis, including preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and postexposure prophylaxis (PEP), without an individual prescription under specific conditions. The bill mandates that health benefits plans, including the State Employee’s Health Benefits Plan, the School Employees’ Health Benefits Plan, and Medicaid, cover PrEP and PEP without prior authorization or step therapy requirements. Pharmacists must complete a training program and adhere to protocols for initiating and furnishing PrEP and PEP.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

74 Yea

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0 Nay

6 Not Voting

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Calendar

Dec 18, 2025

11:30 AM

Assembly Appropriations Hearing

Jun 26, 2025

12:00 PM

Senate Budget and Appropriations Hearing

History

Jan 9

Assembly

Approved P.L.2025, c.196.

Dec 22, 2025

Assembly

Substituted for A6293

Dec 22, 2025

Assembly

Passed Assembly (Passed Both Houses) (74-0-0)