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NJ A4240

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Shanique Speight

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the New Jersey Department of Health to establish procedures within six months for inspecting reports of mold infestation in buildings under its jurisdiction, including health care facilities

  • Mandates the Department develop guidelines within six months for preventing or removing mold from buildings subject to Title 26 of the Revised Statutes

  • Defines "mold" as multicellular fungi living on plant or animal matter in indoor environments, including specific types such as Cladosporium, Penicillium, Aspergillus, and Stachybotrys Chartarum (commonly found in water-damaged materials)

  • Authorizes the Department of Health to adopt rules and regulations necessary to implement the act

Legislative Description

Requires DOH to inspect reports of mold infestation in health care facilities.

Health

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Health2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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