New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 428: Establishes student-athlete mental health specialists in school districts and public institutions of higher education; creates student-athlete mental health registry; makes appropriation.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 428 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes student-athlete mental health specialists in school districts and public institutions of higher education; creates student-athlete mental health registry; makes appropriation. Primary sponsor: Mike Venezia (Democratic), Sampson, William B., IV. It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Venezia | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Sampson, William B., IV | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Vicky Flynn | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
| Carmen Morales | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Gerry Scharfenberger | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
“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 Education Committee