New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 2697: Prohibits nursing homes from restricting patients from obtaining drugs through prescription drug program offered by federal Department of Veterans Affairs.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee

Plain-language summary

A 2697 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits nursing homes from restricting patients from obtaining drugs through prescription drug program offered by federal Department of Veterans Affairs. Primary sponsor: Chris DePhillips (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Chris DePhillips (Republican).