New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 2211: Requires DOH to encourage health care facilities and licensed health care professionals to develop a "Reach Out and Read Program."

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee

Plain-language summary

S 2211 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires DOH to encourage health care facilities and licensed health care professionals to develop a "Reach Out and Read Program.". Primary sponsor: Teresa Ruiz (Democratic), Shirley Turner (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Teresa Ruiz (Democratic); Shirley Turner (Democratic). 2 co-sponsors.