New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 434: Prohibits SHBP, SEHBP, and Medicaid from denying coverage for maintenance medications for chronic conditions for covered persons solely because of change in health benefits plan or pharmacy benefits manager.

Passed one chamber Last action October 29, 2026: Passed by the Assembly (76-0-0)

Plain-language summary

A 434 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits SHBP, SEHBP, and Medicaid from denying coverage for maintenance medications for chronic conditions for covered persons solely because of change in health benefits plan or pharmacy benefits manager. Primary sponsor: Mike Venezia (Democratic), Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (Democratic), Heather Simmons (Democratic). It lists 7 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (October 29, 2026): Passed by the Assembly (76-0-0).

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Mike Venezia (Democratic); Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (Democratic); Heather Simmons (Democratic). 7 co-sponsors.