New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 4916: Requires health insurers to cover colorectal cancer screenings for covered persons aged 33 or over and covered persons under the age of 33 if deemed medically necessary.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 4916 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on May 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires health insurers to cover colorectal cancer screenings for covered persons aged 33 or over and covered persons under the age of 33 if deemed medically necessary. Primary sponsor: Stewart, Kenyatta, Shanique Speight (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (May 7, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stewart, Kenyatta | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Shanique Speight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 29 |
| Kearney, Vincent M. | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“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 Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee