Bill
Bill > A305
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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 the "New Jersey COVID-19 Long-Term Health Effects Task Force" (task force). Under the bill, the purpose of the task force is to: (1) study the long-term health effects of COVID-19; (2) identify symptoms associated with the long-term health effects of COVID-19; (3) identify medications and other treatments that can combat the long-term health effects of COVID-19; (4) develop methods of educating the public on the long-term health effects of COVID-19; (5) identify any adverse, long-term health effects caused by COVID-19 vaccines; and (6) develop strategies for the Department of Health and county and local health departments to help health care professionals treat patients suffering from the long-term health effects of COVID-19. The bill provides that the task force is to consist of nine members as follows: (1) one member of the public appointed by the Speaker of the General Assembly with experience in COVID-19 and health care; (2) one member of the public appointed by the Minority Leader of the General Assembly with experience in COVID-19 and health care; (3) one member of the public appointed by the President of the Senate with experience in COVID-19 and health care; (4) one member of the public appointed by the Minority Leader of the Senate with experience in COVID-19 and health care; (5) the Commissioner of Health or a designee; (6) two representatives of local or county health departments in New Jersey appointed by the Governor; and (7) two medical doctors with experience treating patient suffering from long-term health effects of COVID-19 appointed by the Governor.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the "New Jersey COVID-19 Long-Term Health Effects Task Force," a nine-member group tasked with studying the lingering health issues caused by COVID-19, identifying associated symptoms, and researching effective treatments. The task force will also develop public education strategies, investigate any negative long-term effects from COVID-19 vaccines, and create plans for the Department of Health and local health departments to assist healthcare professionals in treating patients experiencing these long-term effects. The task force will be comprised of members appointed by legislative leaders and the Governor, including public members with relevant experience, representatives from local health departments, and medical doctors specializing in long-term COVID-19 effects. The Commissioner of Health will chair the task force, which will operate with public meetings and accessible documentation, with members serving without compensation but eligible for expense reimbursement. The task force is required to submit a final report with policy recommendations to the Governor and Legislature within one year of its organization and will dissolve 30 days after submitting this report.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health 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/A305 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A0500/305_I1.HTM |
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