Dollar-a-day car insurance, also called the Special Automobile Insurance Policy (SAIP), is a state program that provides affordable insurance for New Jersey residents who qualify. This program helps people who are enrolled in Federal Medicaid with Hospitalization who meet specific income requirements. The program helps low-income drivers access basic medical coverage, providing financial protection even when standard insurance premiums are beyond reach.
The SAIP doesn't meet the state's minimum requirements for car insurance and only provides limited medical coverage for treatment after a car accident. Despite this limitation, SAIP policyholders are considered legally insured under New Jersey law, even though they lack the comprehensive protection that standard policies provide.