New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 2229: "Healthy Smiles Act"; increases NJ FamilyCare fee-for-service reimbursement rates for pediatric dental services; requires NJ FamilyCare managed care rates for identical services be no less than fee-for-service rates.

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

Plain-language summary

A 2229 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "Healthy Smiles Act"; increases NJ FamilyCare fee-for-service reimbursement rates for pediatric dental services; requires NJ FamilyCare managed care rates for identical services be no less than fee-for-service rates. Primary sponsor: Shanique Speight (Democratic), Carmen Morales (Democratic), Shama Haider (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Shanique Speight (Democratic); Carmen Morales (Democratic); Shama Haider (Democratic). 3 co-sponsors.