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NJ A2416

NJ A2416
Modifies age and education requirement to qualify as radiologic technologist.


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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026-2027 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill modifies certain requirements to qualify as a radiologic technologist in the State. Under the bill, to qualify, an individual can be 16 years old and demonstrate enrollment in either 1) a four-year course of study in a secondary school approved by the State Board of Education or 2) an alternative education program. Either education option is to lead to a high school diploma. The bill intends to address shortages in the radiologic technologist workforce.

AI Summary

This bill modifies the requirements for becoming a licensed radiologic technologist in the state by lowering the minimum age from 18 to 16 years old and expanding educational pathways to include enrollment in a four-year secondary school program approved by the State Board of Education or an alternative education program, as long as either option leads to a high school diploma or equivalent. These changes are intended to help address a shortage of radiologic technologists, which are professionals who operate X-ray and other imaging equipment.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee (on 01/13/2026)

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