New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 591: Imposes requirements on certain pediatric emergency departments; requires DOH to include information on pediatric emergency departments in its annual hospital performance report.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Infrastructure Committee

Plain-language summary

A 591 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Imposes requirements on certain pediatric emergency departments; requires DOH to include information on pediatric emergency departments in its annual hospital performance report. Primary sponsor: Gary Schaer (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Infrastructure Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Gary Schaer (Democratic).