New Jersey · 222
A 2259
Authorizes hospital patient with developmental disabilities to have designated family member, guardian, direct support professional, or other caregiver accompany patient throughout hospital stay.
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New Jersey Bill A 2259 authorizes a hospital patient with developmental disabilities to have a designated family member, guardian, direct support professional, or other caregiver accompany them throughout their hospital stay.
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Sponsors + 5 cosponsors
- Al Barlas Republican lead
- Carol Murphy Democratic lead
- Alex Sauickie Republican
- Mitchelle Drulis Democratic
- Roy Freiman Democratic
- Shanique Speight Democratic
- Vicky Flynn Republican
Roll-call votes on this bill
| Question | Chamber | Result | Yea | Nay | Other | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assembly Floor: Third Reading - Final Passage | lower | pass | 72 | 0 | 7 | Mar 23, 2026 | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| Assembly Health Committee: Reported with Amendments | lower | pass | 11 | 0 | 1 | Mar 9, 2026 | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |