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NJ A1494
NJ A1494Expands purpose of Traumatic Brain Injury Fund to support transportation costs incurred by eligible individuals in accessing support group meetings.
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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 expands the purpose of the Traumatic Brain Injury Fund to support transportation costs incurred by an eligible individual in accessing support group meetings. Under the bill, support group meetings mean any gathering of individuals with traumatic brain injuries who congregate in order to obtain information and perspective, relative to their injuries, and to improve their general well-being. Pursuant to N.J.A.C.10:141-1.11, the Traumatic Brain Injury Fund currently provides payment to an eligible individual for transportation services related to accessing medical appointments, treatment facilities, or vocational programs. The Traumatic Brain Injury Fund purchases supports and services for eligible New Jersey residents of any age, who have survived a traumatic brain injury, to foster independence and maximize quality of life when insurance, personal resources, or public programs are unavailable to meet those needs. A portion of the fund also is used to support public education, outreach, and prevention activities related to traumatic brain injuries. A $0.50 surcharge on motor vehicle registration fees generates revenue for the fund.
AI Summary
This bill expands the purpose of the Traumatic Brain Injury Fund, which provides financial assistance to eligible New Jersey residents who have survived a traumatic brain injury when other resources are unavailable, to now cover transportation costs for individuals to attend support group meetings. These support group meetings are defined as gatherings where individuals with traumatic brain injuries share information and perspectives to improve their well-being. Currently, the fund, which is generated by a surcharge on motor vehicle registration fees, covers transportation for medical appointments, treatment facilities, or vocational programs, and also supports public education and prevention efforts related to traumatic brain injuries.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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/2026/A1494 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1500/1494_I1.HTM |
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