New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 5236: Requires DCF to strengthen Statewide pediatric psychiatry and behavioral health care services for children and families.
Passed one chamber Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 5236 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on June 8, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires DCF to strengthen Statewide pediatric psychiatry and behavioral health care services for children and families. Primary sponsor: Andrea Katz (Democratic), Linda Carter (Democratic), Jim Kennedy (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (September 28, 2026): Received in the Senate without Reference, 2nd Reading.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrea Katz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
| Linda Carter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Jim Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Verlina Reynolds-Jackson | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
| Anthony Verrelli | 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
- Received in the Senate without Reference, 2nd Reading
- Passed by the Assembly (77-0-0)
- Reported out of Assembly Comm. with Amendments, 2nd Reading
- Transferred to Assembly Budget Committee
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee