New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 4331: Requires health insurers, SHBP, SEHBP, and NJ FamilyCare coverage for sign language interpreter services for covered individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.

In committee Last action February 19, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee

Plain-language summary

A 4331 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on February 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires health insurers, SHBP, SEHBP, and NJ FamilyCare coverage for sign language interpreter services for covered individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Primary sponsor: Shanique Speight (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 19, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Shanique Speight (Democratic).