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New JerseyS3463221st Legislature (2026-2027)SenateWALLET

Makes certain changes to regulation of health care service firms.

Sponsored By: Anthony M. Bucco (Republican), Christopher P. DePhillips (Republican), Roy Freiman (Democratic), Gordon M. Johnson (Democratic), Alexander Schnall (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.

Home care firms face financial reporting duties

Beginning July 22, 2026, required firm reports must list insurance coverage, independent contractors, and litigation and regulatory actions from the previous three years, including outcomes. Reports must also list transactions or liabilities exceeding 50% of total billings or liabilities, respectively. If New Jersey's Division of Consumer Affairs doubts a firm's financial health, it can request more information or order corrective action after an adverse finding. An adverse finding also requires review by a different independent reviewer and an audit for the next calendar year, regardless of gross income. All required audits are due September 30 of the calendar year they are due.

Home care firms face changed audit rules

Beginning July 22, 2026, New Jersey health care service firms face a higher Medicaid Personal Care Assistance audit threshold. The threshold rises from receipts over $250,000 to receipts over $500,000. Firms with receipts below $500,000 and annual gross income below $10 million must submit a report instead. Removing the old $1 million income minimum brings smaller firms into that reporting requirement. Required audits can use certified public accountants licensed in New Jersey or any other U.S. jurisdiction.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsors

  • Anthony M. Bucco

    Republican • Senate

  • Christopher P. DePhillips

    Republican • House

  • Roy Freiman

    Democratic • House

  • Gordon M. Johnson

    Democratic • Senate

  • Alexander Schnall

    Democratic • House

Cosponsors

  • Katie Brennan

    Democratic • House

  • Angela V. McKnight

    Democratic • Senate

  • Raj Mukherji

    Democratic • Senate

  • Carol A. Murphy

    Democratic • House

  • Chris Tully

    Democratic • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 191 • No: 0

House vote • 6/30/2026

3RDG FINAL PASSAGE

Yes: 79 • No: 0

Senate vote • 6/30/2026

CONCUR ASMB AMEND

Yes: 40 • No: 0

Senate vote • 5/28/2026

3RDG FINAL PASSAGE

Yes: 36 • No: 0

Senate vote • 5/28/2026

3RDG FINAL PASSAGE

Yes: 36 • No: 0 • Other: 4

Actions Timeline

  1. Governor: APP

    7/22/2026Governor

  2. Approved by Governor — P.L.2026, c.45.

    7/22/2026Governor

  3. Passed Senate, PBH — (40-0)

    6/30/2026Senate

  4. Received in Senate, 2RSC

    6/30/2026Senate

  5. Passed Assembly — (79-0-0)

    6/30/2026House

  6. Substituted for A4790 (1R)

    6/30/2026House

  7. AA, 2nd Reading in Assembly — (Quijano)

    6/11/2026House

  8. Reported, 2nd Reading in Assembly

    6/1/2026House

  9. Received in Assembly, Referred to Assembly Health Infrastructure Committee

    5/28/2026House

  10. Passed Senate — (36-0)

    5/28/2026Senate

  11. Reported, 2nd Reading in Senate

    5/11/2026Senate

  12. Introduced, 1st Reading in Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee

    2/12/2026Senate

Bill Text

  • Version AL2026

    9/17/2026

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  • Assembly 6/11/26 1R

    7/1/2026

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  • Assembly 6/11/26

    6/12/2026

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  • Assembly Health Infrastructure Substitute (6/1/26)

    6/2/2026

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  • As Introduced

    5/29/2026

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  • Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Substitute (5/11/26)

    5/12/2026

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