This bill mandates the Commissioner of Human Services to enhance the NJ FamilyCare outreach and enrollment initiative, aimed at increasing public awareness of Medicaid and NJ FamilyCare programs. Key provisions include the establishment of a dedicated Medicaid and NJ FamilyCare Internet website that features a directory of health care centers and agencies acting as "health navigators" to assist New Jersey residents in enrolling in affordable health care plans. Additionally, the bill requires the creation of a parallel Spanish-language website with the same content to ensure accessibility for Spanish-speaking residents.

Furthermore, the initiative will include a multimedia public awareness campaign in both English and Spanish to promote these websites. The bill also emphasizes the provision of training and support services to community groups and health care providers to facilitate enrollment in these programs. The aim is to improve awareness and access to health care coverage for underserved populations, particularly those who primarily speak Spanish. The bill is set to take effect on the first day of the seventh month following its enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 30:4J-18