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NJ AR105
NJ AR105Urges Congress and Department of Veterans Affairs not to reduce funding for ambulance services for 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 Assembly resolution urges the United States Congress and the federal Department of Veterans Affairs to refrain from implementing proposed reductions in reimbursements for ambulance services for veterans. Shifting this financial burden from the federal government to state and local entities would have detrimental effects on the ability for veterans to access free ambulance transportation. Given that there are 338,012 veterans living in the State of New Jersey, it is imperative to maintain these federal reimbursements. The average ambulance bill in New Jersey, ranging from $400 to $600, would place a significant financial burden on veterans if reimbursements are reduced. This burden is especially concerning in rural areas, which are already grappling with a surge in hospital closures and higher ambulance transportation costs. In light of these challenges, it is crucial for Congress and the Department of Veterans Affairs to uphold their commitment to veterans by continuing to provide necessary reimbursements for ambulance transportation.
AI Summary
This resolution urges the United States Congress and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), a federal agency that provides healthcare and benefits to veterans, not to cut funding for ambulance services for veterans. The resolution highlights that the VA has historically reimbursed veterans for ambulance services since 1984, and that reducing these reimbursements could shift the financial burden to state and local governments, potentially making it harder for veterans, especially those in rural areas with fewer hospitals and higher transportation costs, to access essential emergency medical transport, which can cost between $400 and $600 per trip in New Jersey.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly 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/AR105 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/AR/105_I1.HTM |
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