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NJ S4153
NJ S4153Establishes MOM Project oral health three-year pilot program in DOH; appropriates $4,150,000.
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Introduced
11/30/2023
11/30/2023
In Committee
11/30/2023
11/30/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Establishes MOM Project oral health three-year pilot program in DOH; appropriates $4,150,000.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the MOM Project, a three-year pilot program in the Department of Health (DOH) to provide oral health education and dental care services to eligible low-income pregnant women residing in medically underserved areas. The bill appropriates $4,150,000 to fund the program, which will be implemented in conjunction with maternal and child health consortia and community oral health centers. The program aims to improve maternal and child oral health outcomes by offering oral health education, customized treatment plans, and dental care to participants. The DOH will contract with a third-party to analyze data and evaluate the program, with the goal of potentially incorporating the model into the Medicaid program.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 11/30/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S4153 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S4500/4153_I1.HTM |
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