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NJ A6112
NJ A6112Establishes New Jersey Center for Black Excellence in Health at Rutgers University.
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Introduced
11/24/2025
11/24/2025
In Committee
11/24/2025
11/24/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill establishes the New Jersey Center for Black Excellence in Health at Rutgers University. The purpose of the center is to: (1) facilitate public health programs and services that benefit Black communities and people of color; (2) research and disseminate information on evidence-based models of health care and best practices necessary to promote culturally congruent care; (3) establish new and support existing collaborative and community-driven partnerships designed to improve the State's public health system and eliminate health disparities in historically underserved or marginalized communities; and (4) recommend systemic changes in the State's public health care system, including, but not limited to, strategies for the implementation of policies, programs, and services that advance the goals of the center. The center is to establish a 12-member steering committee, as delineated in the bill, to foster partnerships among State and local governments, health care plans, health care providers, licensed health care facilities, public health-related advocacy organizations, community-based organizations, business leaders, and other stakeholders within the State public health care system to contribute to the direction and sustainability of the center. The center is also to apply for and accept grant funds, or any other funds, to support the operations and duties of the center Under the bill's provisions, Rutgers University may enter into contracts with public or private individuals, organizations, and institutions to advance the purposes of the bill, and hire additional staff as may be necessary to advance the purposes of the bill.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the New Jersey Center for Black Excellence in Health at Rutgers University, with four primary objectives: facilitating public health programs for Black communities and people of color, researching and disseminating evidence-based healthcare models that promote culturally appropriate care, establishing partnerships to improve the state's public health system and reduce health disparities, and recommending systemic changes to healthcare policies and services. The center will be guided by a 12-member steering committee co-chaired by the Rutgers University President and the Health Commissioner, including representatives from various state departments, healthcare associations, and advocacy organizations such as the NAACP. The committee members will serve in an advisory capacity without compensation but may be reimbursed for expenses. The center is authorized to seek and accept grant funds from federal, private, and other sources to support its operations, and Rutgers University may contract with public and private entities and hire additional staff as needed to achieve the center's goals. The bill aims to address healthcare inequities and improve health outcomes for marginalized communities in New Jersey.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee (on 11/24/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A6112 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A6500/6112_I1.HTM |
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