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NJ S3516

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Anthony M. Bucco

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Exempts medical alert devices and medical alert services from New Jersey sales and use tax under the Sales and Use Tax Act
  • Defines "medical alert device" as an electronic device that allows a subscriber to send a signal to or communicate with an assistance operator
  • Defines "medical alert service" as a service providing subscribers with a medical alert device and access to an assistance operator who can contact emergency responders, caregivers, or family members on the subscriber's behalf
  • Adds medical alert devices and services to the existing list of tax-exempt medical items, which includes prescription drugs, prosthetic devices, and durable medical equipment
  • Takes effect the first day of the second month following enactment

Legislative Description

Exempts medical alert devices and services from sales and use tax.

Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens2/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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