Requires physicians and other prescribers to obtain electronic or written consent for certain medications with "black box warnings."
This New Jersey bill (A-1154) requires doctors, physician assistants, and advanced practice nurses to obtain written or electronic consent before prescribing psychotropic medications (like those for ADHD) that carry the FDA’s strongest safety warning ("black box warning"). The consent must confirm the patient or their legal guardian was informed about serious potential side effects. If written consent isn’t possible, providers must document oral consent in the patient’s file. Violations could lead to disciplinary action by licensing boards. The bill affects patients receiving these specific medications and their healthcare providers.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
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