New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 959: "New Jersey Respect for Physicians Act"; requires prompt response by insurers to requests for prior authorization of health care services.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee

Plain-language summary

S 959 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "New Jersey Respect for Physicians Act"; requires prompt response by insurers to requests for prior authorization of health care services. Primary sponsor: Jon Bramnick (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jon Bramnick (Republican).