Revises definition of health care professional in aggravated assault statute to match definition under "Health Care Heroes Violence Prevention Act."

This bill (S 2642) updates New Jersey's aggravated assault statute to align the definition of "health care professional" with the definition in the "Health Care Heroes Violence Prevention Act." It specifically expands the protected group to include health care workers employed at licensed facilities, licensed health care professionals (under Titles 26 or 45), volunteers, supportive services staff, and employees performing direct patient care duties. The change ensures these individuals are explicitly covered under the aggravated assault provisions when they are clearly identifiable while performing their duties. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on defining who qualifies for enhanced legal protections during work.