New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 1644: Prohibits child care providers from charging any fees for service on days when providers are unable to provide child care services due to contraction of, or exposure to, COVID-19.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 1644 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits child care providers from charging any fees for service on days when providers are unable to provide child care services due to contraction of, or exposure to, COVID-19. Primary sponsor: Melinda Kane (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melinda Kane | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee