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NJ A858

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Gerard Scharfenberger

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Public institutions of higher education in New Jersey would be prohibited from requiring COVID-19 or monkeypox vaccinations for students who attend entirely remotely
  • The prohibition applies to both admission requirements and conditions for continued enrollment
  • Students must have "no in-person presence on the premises" of the institution to qualify for the exemption
  • The bill would take effect immediately upon enactment
  • Sponsored by Assemblyman Gerry Scharfenberger (District 13, Monmouth County) and pre-filed for the 2026 legislative session

Legislative Description

Prohibits public institutions of higher education from requiring vaccinations against COVID-19 and monkeypox for students who attend remotely.

Higher Education

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Higher Education1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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