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NJ A315

NJ A315
Requires Governor hold public hearings during declarations under Emergency Health Powers Act.

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Introduced
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill requires the Governor to hold public hearings when a public health emergency is declared under the Emergency Health Powers Act. The hearings will be held at least once a month and in various parts of the State. Currently, the public has limited opportunity to voice any concerns. This lack of opportunity to voice concerns has become an increasing issue with the prolonged restrictions related to the Covid-19 pandemic. Under this bill, the Governor will be required to hold public hearings in various parts of the State to provide for the exchange of information regarding the impact of the declaration on the State and its residents and to provide an opportunity for members of the public to express their concerns regarding the declaration. This bill will apply to any extension or modification of a declaration that was initially issued before the bill's effective date.

AI Summary

This bill 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. The purpose of these hearings is to provide an opportunity for the public to receive information about the impact of the declaration and to express their concerns. This requirement will also apply to any extension or modification of a declaration that was initially issued prior to the bill's effective date.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee (on 01/09/2024)
(3 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A315
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A0500/315_I1.HTM
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