New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 2 D cosponsors

A 2236 — Requires automatic issuance of credential to provide services in carrier provider network for physicians in good standing in New Jersey.

Last action — REP REF AHN

  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.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Prognosis

Stalled 30% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

Low

How often bills like it became law.

  • Introduced

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 2 sponsors

    2 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (2 D).

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 1 recorded vote so far.

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In plain language

The bill mandates automatic credential issuance for physicians in good standing to work in carrier networks.

This bill requires that physicians who are in good standing automatically receive credentials to provide services within carrier networks in New Jersey. This aims to streamline the process for qualified physicians to join these networks.

What this means for you
  • Healthcare: This means healthcare providers can join insurance networks more easily, increasing their ability to offer services.

Summary

Physicians in good standing-req automatic issuance of credential, provide svcs

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html January 02, 2026

Action History

  1. REP REF AHN

  2. INT 1RA REF ARP

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 118 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (118)

118 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does A 2236 do?
Physicians in good standing-req automatic issuance of credential, provide svcs
Who sponsors A 2236?
A 2236 is sponsored by Simmons, Heather (Democrat) and Speight, Shanique (Democrat).
What is the current status of A 2236?
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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