New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 838: Establishes pilot program providing NJ FamilyCare eligibility for children with special needs who would otherwise be ineligible due to parental income and assets, and requires DHS commissioner to conduct study.

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 838 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes pilot program providing NJ FamilyCare eligibility for children with special needs who would otherwise be ineligible due to parental income and assets, and requires DHS commissioner to conduct study. Primary sponsor: Bob Singer (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Bob Singer (Republican).