S.3976

Prohibits hospital, during public health emergency or critical staffing shortage, to rely exclusively on vendor management systems.

Introduced·3/19/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S3976 prohibits hospitals from exclusively using vendor management systems during public health emergencies or critical staffing shortages.

New Jersey S3976 prohibits hospitals from relying solely on vendor management systems during public health emergencies or critical staffing shortages. These systems are specialized software platforms designed to centralize the procurement, credentialing, and compliance management of third-party vendors and contingent staff. The bill requires hospitals to demonstrate a good faith effort in utilizing all available methods of procuring third-party staff, including contracting directly with staffing agencies authorized to operate in the State, to remedy any staffing shortages.

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Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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History

Mar 19

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee