New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S 4500 — Establishes uniform training requirements for health care staff concerning persons with dementia.

Last action — INT 1RS REF SHH

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

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced June 22, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

The bill establishes uniform training requirements for healthcare staff regarding dementia care.

This bill sets standardized training requirements for healthcare staff who work with individuals with dementia. It aims to ensure that all staff members have the necessary skills and knowledge to provide appropriate care.

What this means for you
  • Healthcare: This means healthcare staff will need to complete standardized training on dementia care, improving their ability to assist patients.

Summary

Persons with dementia-establish uniform training req for health care staff

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html June 23, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SHH

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (119)

119 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

public-safety healthcare
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Frequently asked questions

What does S 4500 do?
Persons with dementia-establish uniform training req for health care staff
Who sponsors S 4500?
S 4500 is sponsored by Mukherji, Raj (Democrat).
What is the current status of S 4500?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced June 22, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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