New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

A 858 — Prohibits public institutions of higher education from requiring vaccinations against COVID-19 and monkeypox for students who attend remotely.

Last action — INT 1RA REF AHI

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed General Assembly
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Summary

Vaccinations, COVID-19 & monkeypox-prohibit req for students who attend remotely

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html December 12, 2025

Action History

  1. INT 1RA REF AHI

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 119 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (119)

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Subjects

healthcare education
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Frequently asked questions

What does A 858 do?
Vaccinations, COVID-19 & monkeypox-prohibit req for students who attend remotely
Who sponsors A 858?
A 858 is sponsored by Scharfenberger, Gerry (Republican).
What is the current status of A 858?
This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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