S.537

Requires Governor hold public hearings during declarations under Emergency Health Powers Act.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S537 mandates the Governor to hold monthly public hearings during public health emergencies.

New Jersey S537 requires the Governor to hold public hearings at least once a month in various parts of the state when a public health emergency is declared under the Emergency Health Powers Act. These hearings aim to facilitate the exchange of information about the emergency's impact and allow the public to express concerns. The bill applies to any extensions or modifications of declarations issued before the bill's effective date.

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Where it stands

Current
Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

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