New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 1801: Lowers age at which minors can consent to behavioral health care treatment from age 16 to age 14.

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

Plain-language summary

A 1801 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Lowers age at which minors can consent to behavioral health care treatment from age 16 to age 14. Primary sponsor: Anthony Verrelli (Democratic), Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Anthony Verrelli (Democratic); Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (Democratic).