New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 844: Prohibits government entity or school from requiring influenza vaccinations for persons who are 18 years of age or younger.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 844 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits government entity or school from requiring influenza vaccinations for persons who are 18 years of age or younger. Primary sponsor: Gerry Scharfenberger (Republican), Bob Auth (Republican). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerry Scharfenberger | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
| Bob Auth | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 39 |
| Greg McGuckin | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 10 |
| Erik Peterson | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 23 |
| Jay Webber | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 26 |
“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 Health Committee