New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 946: "Right to Mental Health for Individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing Act"; establishes certain requirements concerning provision of mental health services to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.177.

Plain-language summary

A 946 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "Right to Mental Health for Individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing Act"; establishes certain requirements concerning provision of mental health services to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Primary sponsor: Carol Murphy (Democratic), Heather Simmons (Democratic). It lists 49 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.177.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Carol Murphy (Democratic); Heather Simmons (Democratic). 49 co-sponsors.