New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 1644: Prohibits child care providers from charging any fees for service on days when providers are unable to provide child care services due to contraction of, or exposure to, COVID-19.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee

Plain-language summary

A 1644 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits child care providers from charging any fees for service on days when providers are unable to provide child care services due to contraction of, or exposure to, COVID-19. Primary sponsor: Melinda Kane (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Melinda Kane (Democratic).