New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 2229: "Healthy Smiles Act"; increases NJ FamilyCare fee-for-service reimbursement rates for pediatric dental services; requires NJ FamilyCare managed care rates for identical services be no less than fee-for-service rates.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 2229 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "Healthy Smiles Act"; increases NJ FamilyCare fee-for-service reimbursement rates for pediatric dental services; requires NJ FamilyCare managed care rates for identical services be no less than fee-for-service rates. Primary sponsor: Shanique Speight (Democratic), Carmen Morales (Democratic), Shama Haider (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. 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 5 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shanique Speight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 29 |
| Carmen Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Shama Haider | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Aura Dunn | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 25 |
| Ellen Park | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Verlina Reynolds-Jackson | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
“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