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A 897

Establishes MOM Project oral health three-year pilot program in DOH; appropriates $4,150,000.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Garnet Hall and 6 co-sponsors

New Jersey allocates $4.15 million for a three-year MOM Project oral health pilot program managed by the Department of Health.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
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Bill Summary · A 897

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 897 creates a three-year pilot program called the MOM Project (likely focused on maternal oral health or maternal-child oral health) administered by New Jersey's Department of Health. The bill appropriates $4.15 million in funding to support this initiative during the pilot period.

Why is this important

Oral health significantly impacts overall health outcomes, particularly for vulnerable populations like pregnant women and children. A dedicated pilot program with substantial funding could address gaps in preventive dental care access and establish evidence-based practices that might be expanded statewide if successful.

Potential points of contention

  • Program scope unclear: The bill's full name and specific target population aren't defined in available text; details on who benefits and what services are included remain ambiguous
  • Funding sustainability: A three-year pilot with $4.15 million raises questions about what happens after the pilot ends and whether ongoing funding will be allocated
  • Implementation details missing: No information provided on which DOH divisions manage it, participating providers, success metrics, or accountability measures

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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