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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 establishes a multiple sclerosis public awareness campaign in the Department of Health (DOH) in order to promote among the citizens of the State an understanding of MS, including its causes and health effects, and to deliver information on how the disease can impact an individual's quality of life. The campaign may provide for the development of print and electronic media in languages including, but not limited to, English and Spanish. The public awareness campaign is to include, but not be limited to: (1) a comprehensive description of MS, including a discussion of causes, symptoms, and treatment options; (2) information about educational resources available to, and research being conducted to develop effective therapies and find a cure for, those with MS; and (3) materials on how MS can impact an individual's quality of life and ways in which those with MS can maintain the best health possible, live well with the disease, and make educated decisions about their health care. The DOH is to make available to the public information about MS, informational literature concerning the signs, causes, health effects of the disease, and any other information that the department deems to be necessary, and the information may be revised whenever new information about MS becomes available.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a public awareness campaign within the Department of Health (DOH) to educate citizens about Multiple Sclerosis (MS), a chronic disease affecting the nervous system where the protective covering of nerve fibers is damaged. The campaign aims to increase understanding of MS's causes, health effects, and how it impacts an individual's quality of life, and will include developing print and electronic materials in languages like English and Spanish. It will provide a comprehensive description of MS, including symptoms and treatments, information on available educational resources and ongoing research for therapies and a cure, and guidance on maintaining health and living well with the disease. The DOH will make this information publicly available on its website, updating it as new information becomes available, and will adopt necessary regulations to implement these provisions.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2226 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2500/2226_I1.HTM |
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