New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 1765: Provides that institutions of higher education may permit final-year students in graduate degree programs for mental health care professions to graduate or be matched with residency or clinical programs early.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 1765 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Provides that institutions of higher education may permit final-year students in graduate degree programs for mental health care professions to graduate or be matched with residency or clinical programs early. Primary sponsor: Anthony Verrelli (Democratic). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Verrelli | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
| Lou Greenwald | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Verlina Reynolds-Jackson | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
| Lisa Swain | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Chris Tully | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
“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 Higher Education Committee