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NJ SR90

Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Vitale

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • New Jersey Senate Resolution urging all state citizens to stay up-to-date on vaccinations to protect communities from preventable diseases
  • Cites 222 measles cases reported nationally from January 1 to March 6, 2025, compared to 285 total cases in all of 2024, with 94% of 2025 cases among unvaccinated individuals
  • Notes New Jersey vaccination rates have steadily declined over 10 years, with first-grade immunization compliance dropping 7.5% from the 2013-2014 to 2023-2024 school year
  • Urges the Department of Health to increase awareness of measles outbreaks and develop mailers with vaccination information and resources for state residents
  • References the CDC finding that only 93% of U.S. kindergarteners received measles vaccination in 2024, falling below the 95% threshold needed for community immunity

Legislative Description

Urges State citizens to stay up-to-date on vaccinations.

Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens

Last Action

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

3/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens3/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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