NJ A2604

Department of Health must develop and implement a mobile cancer screening program within 180 days of the bill's effective date, partnering with community-based and faith-based organizations

Mobile vehicles will be periodically deployed throughout New Jersey, each staffed by at least one licensed health care professional qualified to perform cancer screenings

Types of cancers screened and screening methods will depend on the assigned health care professional's expertise and available medical devices and supplies

Department of Health must submit a written report to the Governor and Legislature within two years summarizing the program's results and any legislative recommendations

Appropriates $100,000 from the General Fund to the Department of Health for the program; the act expires upon submission of the required report