Worst nursing homes could face fines, scrutiny under new N.J. bill

Updated: Jun. 12, 2025, 12:28 a.m.
Published: Jun. 10, 2025, 9:00 a.m.

Susan K. Livio | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
Ted Sherman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Joseph Vitale and Kevin Walsh — State Sen. Joseph Vitale (left) and acting State Comptroller Kevin Walsh (right), who seek reforms to rein in nursing homes who now face no consequences for poor performance.NJ Advance Media file photos

A state Senate panel unanimously approved sweeping reform legislation on Monday that would fine and could even force out habitually poor nursing home operators in New Jersey.

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