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NJ A358
NJ A358Adds postpartum depression services to State's behavioral health crisis services system.
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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 adds postpartum depression services to the State's behavioral health crisis services system. P.L.2022, c.35 established the State's behavioral health crisis services system, which included the establishment of the 24 hours per day, seven days per week, 9-8-8 behavioral health crisis hotline. This bills amends P.L.2022, c.35 to ensure that the State's behavioral health crisis services system includes services for women suffering from postpartum depression.
AI Summary
This bill amends a previous law (P.L.2022, c.35) that established New Jersey's behavioral health crisis services system, which includes the 24/7, 9-8-8 crisis hotline, to specifically include services for postpartum depression. This means that women experiencing postpartum depression will now be recognized and supported within the state's existing crisis response framework, ensuring they can access appropriate care and referrals through the 9-8-8 hotline and associated services. The bill also mandates that the Commissioner of Human Services contract with crisis hotline centers that can provide intervention and coordination for postpartum depression calls, and requires a study on the resources and potential funding mechanisms, such as a fee, needed to support these expanded services.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
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/A358 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A0500/358_I1.HTM |
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