Position Papers on Pending Legislation Click on link to view PDF

A-1878
JUNE 23, 2008: Requires that insurance producers notify the N.J. Commissioner of Banking & Insurance of any disciplinary action taken by non-governmental regulatory authority e.g. FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority).

S-467
JUNE 6, 2008: "Grace's Law;" requires health insurers, State Health Benefits Program and

NJ FamilyCare to provide coverage for hearing aids for covered persons 15 and younger.

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Click here for 2006 bill S-899

A-2767
MAY 30, 2008: "The NJ Healthcare Choice Act” permits health insurers licensed in
other states to provide coverage in NJ without having to adhere to
NJ Mandates and underwriting rules.

S-1696
APRIL 11, 2008: The bill would requires the Department of Human Services (DHS) to verify income and establish auditing of applicants for Medicaid and NJ FamilyCare with Department of the Treasury records.

S-1486, A-4485
MARCH 13, 2008: The bill would require retail pharmacies to stock and dispense emergency contraception.

A-2467
MARCH 2, 2008: This bill would require health insurance coverage for anesthesiology services in connection with outpatient diagnostic screenings, including colonoscopies.

S–1165

MARCH 2, 2008: The bill regulates certain credentialing and trade practices of insurance producers, and provides private cause of action for insurance producer violations. It proposes changes to insurance producer pre-licensing education, continuing education, designations, unfair advertising and product suitability.
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A-1933, S-787
MARCH 2, 2008: Permits practitioners to refer patients to a surgical practice or ambulatory care facility in which they have financial interest. Click here to view original bill

S-1616
JANUARY 1, 2008: Prohibits insurers offering managed care plans from denying participation to a healthcare provider willing to meet its contract terms.