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NJ S1700
NJ S1700Requires clinic connected with dental school at public institution of higher education to give priority to 100 percent disabled veterans.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires a clinic that is part of the extramural network of dental clinics established by the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, or by any other dental school of a public institution of higher education, to give priority to 100 percent disabled veterans in scheduling appointments at the dental clinic. In giving priority to a 100 percent disabled veteran, a dental clinic is required to ensure that an oral health treatment appointment for the veteran is scheduled in a timely manner and that the time between the scheduling of the medical appointment and the occurrence of the appointment does not exceed 30 days.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that dental clinics affiliated with public colleges and universities, including those in the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine's network, must prioritize scheduling appointments for veterans who are 100 percent disabled. A "100 percent disabled veteran" is defined as a resident of the state who has been honorably discharged from military service and is officially recognized by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as having a permanent 100 percent disability. When providing this priority, the clinics are required to ensure that an appointment for oral health treatment is scheduled within 30 days of the veteran requesting it, ensuring timely access to care. The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, in conjunction with the Department of Health, will establish the necessary regulations to implement these provisions, and the act takes effect immediately upon passage.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1700 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2000/1700_I1.HTM |
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