New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 858: Prohibits public institutions of higher education from requiring vaccinations against COVID-19 and monkeypox for students who attend remotely.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee

Plain-language summary

A 858 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits public institutions of higher education from requiring vaccinations against COVID-19 and monkeypox for students who attend remotely. Primary sponsor: Gerry Scharfenberger (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Gerry Scharfenberger (Republican).