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NJ S3470

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

James Beach

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the existing prohibition on using reverse auction procedures for health care services contracts under the State Health Benefits Program, School Employees' Health Benefits Program, and Medicaid Managed Care Program
  • Allows the Director of the Division of Purchase and Property to use auction or reverse auction bidding procedures for hospital, surgical, obstetrical, and other covered health care services and benefits contracts
  • Permits reverse auctions for provider network contracts associated with these state health benefit programs
  • Maintains the existing exception that already allows reverse auctions for pharmacy benefit management contracts
  • Amends P.L.1954, c.48 (C.52:34-12) and takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Allows reverse auctions for certain health benefits.

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation2/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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