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NJ ACR125
NJ ACR125Proposes amendment to Constitution establishing a right to comprehensive, affordable, and accessible health care.
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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This amendment to the State Constitution would provide that each person has the right to comprehensive, affordable, and accessible health care. The Legislature will be required to enact any laws that are necessary and appropriate to secure this right to health care for each person, regardless of the person's age, sex, race, pre-existing health condition, income, economic status, or ability to pay.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution proposes an amendment to the State Constitution to establish a fundamental right to comprehensive, affordable, and accessible health care for every person, irrespective of their age, sex, race, pre-existing health condition, income, economic status, or ability to pay. The resolution mandates that the Legislature must enact all necessary laws to ensure this right is secured for all residents. If approved by the Legislature, this proposed amendment will be put to a public vote at the next general election, following specific publication and ballot procedures.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Infrastructure Committee (on 02/19/2026)
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/ACR125 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/ACR/125_I1.HTM |
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