New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 855: "Michelle's Law"; requires health benefit plans to cover mammogram for an individual if recommended by health care provider.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 855 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "Michelle's Law"; requires health benefit plans to cover mammogram for an individual if recommended by health care provider. Primary sponsor: Testa, Michael L., Jr.. It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Testa, Michael L., Jr. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Kristin Corrado | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 40 |
| Nilsa Cruz-Perez | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Doug Steinhardt | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
“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 in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee