Requires hospitals and nursing homes to provide access to certain interpreter services for deaf and hard of hearing.

This bill requires all licensed hospitals and nursing homes in New Jersey to provide 24/7 interpreter services for deaf and hard of hearing patients. It mandates that services include electronic options like video remote interpreting and AI-assisted interpreting (approved by the Health Commissioner). The law applies directly to patients seeking care in these facilities, ensuring they can communicate effectively with medical staff. The bill takes effect 180 days after enactment.