Bill > A2202

This bill amends existing New Jersey law to expand the definition of an "eligible employee" for the purposes of small employer health benefits plans, allowing municipalities to include volunteer firefighters and members of incorporated volunteer first aid, emergency, rescue, or ambulance squads who are eligible for certain benefits under state law as part of their municipal employee group. This change aims to provide these vital emergency responders with access to health benefits plans typically offered to municipal employees, thereby potentially improving their access to healthcare coverage. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.