New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 4679: Increases scope of practice for licensed practical nurses and patient care technicians under certain circumstances.
Passed one chamber Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 4679 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on March 10, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Increases scope of practice for licensed practical nurses and patient care technicians under certain circumstances. Primary sponsor: Lou Greenwald (Democratic), Donlon, Margie, M.D., Gabe Rodriguez (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (October 29, 2026): Passed by the Assembly (64-12-1).
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lou Greenwald | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Donlon, Margie, M.D. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Gabe Rodriguez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Roy Freiman | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Passed by the Assembly (64-12-1)
- Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading
- Transferred to Assembly Health Committee
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Infrastructure Committee