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Assembly Health Committee releases package of health bills, including funding, reporting and screening measures
Summary
The committee released several measures by roll call or unanimous consent: AB 1878 (Huntington's disease grant, $500,000), AB 2980 (ALS reporting and National ALS Registry education), AB 1996 (preeclampsia screening amendments), AB 4863 (NJ Family Care multiple-encounter payment), and JR 181 (Tuberous Sclerosis Awareness Day).
At the meeting’s conclusion the Assembly Health Committee voted to release a set of health-related bills and a joint resolution.
Key votes and actions:
• AB 1878 — supplemental appropriation: Chair Conaway posted AB 1878, a $500,000 supplemental appropriation to the Department of Health for a Huntington's disease grant program; committee members moved and released the bill by roll call (SEG 235-271). Supporters said the increase aligns with past patterns of grant funding.
• AB 2980 — ALS reporting and data…
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