Requires DOH to establish maternity care evaluation protocols.

This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Health to create and enforce standardized protocols for collecting and analyzing maternity care data at all hospitals and licensed birthing centers. The law mandates the collection of specific patient information, including maternal demographics, pregnancy complications, delivery methods, and infant health outcomes, to evaluate the quality of care provided. The Department of Health will use this data to establish statewide performance benchmarks, identify areas for improvement, and encourage healthcare facilities to participate in quality improvement initiatives. Additionally, the Commissioner of Health must submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature detailing findings and any recommended policy changes based on the evaluation results.