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NJ A1016
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Balvir Singh
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AI Summary
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Expands automatic enrollment in the New Jersey Immunization Information System (NJIIS) to include any person receiving a vaccine who is not currently registered, with opt-out by written request
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Currently, only individuals born after January 1, 1998 are automatically enrolled in the NJIIS at birth; those born before that date may only enroll by written request
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Maintains existing opt-out provisions allowing individuals, parents, or legal guardians to decline participation through written request at any time
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Prohibits health care providers from discriminating against any person who elects not to participate in the registry
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment and amends P.L.2004, c.138 (C.26:4-134)
Legislative Description
Requires automatic registration with New Jersey Immunization Information System upon administration of vaccine for certain persons who consent to registration.
Health
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
1/13/2026