Healthcare (Women's Health)

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 3120: Requires Medicaid provide health benefits coverage, and places certain requirements on insurers and State Health Benefits Program regarding existing mandate on health benefits coverage, for certain over-the-counter contraceptives.

This bill requires New Jersey Medicaid to cover over-the-counter contraceptives and imposes certain requirements on insurers and the State Health Benefits Program regarding existing mandates on health benefits coverage for these products. The legislation directly affects Medicaid recipients, private health insurance plans, and state health programs by ensuring access to contraception without additional cost-sharing. Key provisions include expanding the list of authorized medical services under the Medicaid program and clarifying how contraceptive coverage must be provided within the state's health benefits framework. The bill amends existing statutory law to incorporate these coverage requirements while maintaining compliance with federal Social Security Act regulations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicaid coverage for contraceptives, improving patient access to healthcare services without additional cost-sharing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid Women's Health

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Mar 9, 2026

A 4532: Prohibits sharing automated license plate reader information for interstate investigation concerning reproductive health care services that are legal in NJ.

This New Jersey bill prohibits law enforcement agencies and other users of automated license plate readers from sharing that information with out-of-state authorities for investigations related to reproductive health care services that are legal in the state. The legislation requires any out-of-state agency requesting such data to provide a written guarantee that the information will not be used to pursue legal action against individuals seeking or providing reproductive health care. Violations of these sharing restrictions could result in civil penalties of up to $1,000 for a first offense and $5,000 for subsequent offenses. The law applies to all reproductive health services, including pregnancy-related care, contraception, and abortion, and takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects civil rights by limiting law enforcement data sharing for reproductive health cases, enhancing police accountability and restricting overreach.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient rights by preventing out-of-state data sharing for legal reproductive health services, safeguarding access to care.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects data privacy by restricting sharing of automated license plate reader information for reproductive health investigations, limiting surveillance overreach.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Women's Health

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in committee · New Jersey · Senate Mar 5, 2026

SCR 111: Urges United States President to expand access to menstrual products in schools.

This Senate Concurrent Resolution urges the President of the United States to expand access to menstrual products in schools nationwide by interpreting Title IX to include free provision of these items. The bill directly affects students who menstruate and aims to address period poverty by ensuring adequate toilet facilities and lenient bathroom policies in federally funded schools. It argues that current Title IX protections should be broadened through federal guidance to prevent educational disparities and health risks associated with lack of access to menstrual hygiene products. The resolution does not mandate funding or policy changes but serves as a formal request to the federal government to consider these expansions.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands access to menstrual products in schools, addressing period poverty and improving educational access for students who menstruate.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands access to menstrual products in schools, addressing period poverty and improving health service access for students.75% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health Women's Health

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in committee · New Jersey · Senate Mar 5, 2026

S 3794: Requires DOH to prepare resource guide on preeclampsia and gestational diabetes for distribution to pregnant persons.

This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Health to create and distribute a free resource guide about preeclampsia and gestational diabetes to all pregnant patients receiving care at state-licensed hospitals and birthing centers. The guide must be provided during patient intake, available in languages patients understand, and include information on symptoms, health effects, and strategies for communicating concerns to healthcare providers. The Department of Health will also make the guide available online in printable formats and update it as needed to ensure current information.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates creation and distribution of free patient education resources on critical pregnancy conditions, improving patient access to health information and care.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Mar 16, 2026

A 4708: Requires DOH to provide grants for women's health research and innovations.

This bill directs the New Jersey Department of Health to distribute grants to organizations, including community-based groups and small businesses, for women's health research and innovation projects. The Office on Women's Health would use these funds to support studies on conditions specific to women across their lifespans, address health disparities, develop data standards, and apply new technologies like artificial intelligence to improve health outcomes. Additionally, the office would establish public-private partnerships for health awareness campaigns, serve as a resource center for women's health information, and review other state departments to improve coordination on women's health initiatives.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directs DOH to provide grants for women's health research and innovation, explicitly funding healthcare initiatives and improving health outcomes through research and technology.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly mentions applying new technologies like artificial intelligence to improve health outcomes, indicating support for technology adoption in healthcare.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · New Jersey · Senate Mar 5, 2026

S 3795: 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.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes maternity care evaluation protocols to improve quality of care and patient outcomes through data collection and performance benchmarks.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Women's Health

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 2221: Requires four-year public institution of higher education to develop and implement reproductive health services plan; requires county college to develop referral network for reproductive health care services.

This bill requires four-year public colleges in New Jersey to create and maintain a reproductive health services plan for students, while county colleges must establish a referral network to off-campus reproductive health providers. The plan must ensure access to contraception (including emergency contraception via vending machines or 24-hour options), STI/HIV testing/treatment, prenatal care, and abortion services through campus clinics or verified referrals. It specifically addresses student barriers like limited pharmacy access and lack of transportation by mandating campus-based options and community referrals. The bill does not require institutions to directly provide abortion services but ensures students can access care through structured pathways.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates reproductive health services including contraception, STI testing, prenatal care, and abortion access at public colleges, expanding student healthcare access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs Women's Health

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 3122: Requires health benefits coverage for family planning and reproductive health care services, including early infancy care, without cost sharing.

This New Jersey bill requires health insurance plans sold in the state and the Medicaid program to cover specific family planning and reproductive health services without any out-of-pocket costs for enrollees. It mandates no deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance for services including abortion (both aspiration and medication types), emergency care for mothers/newborns, contraception counseling, genetic testing, inpatient care for mothers and infants, well-baby visits, and ultrasounds. The coverage applies to all in-network providers under insurance contracts and Medicaid, but excludes childbirth services. Religious employers may still qualify for exemptions under existing law.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates no-cost coverage for reproductive health services including abortion, contraception, and newborn care, expanding access and removing financial barriers per bill's explicit requirements.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates no cost-sharing for reproductive health services, expanding employee health benefits under employment standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Insurance Women's Health

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 966: Requires Commissioner of Health to establish maternity care public awareness campaign.

This New Jersey bill (A 966) requires the Commissioner of Health to create a public awareness campaign focused on improving maternal and child health outcomes, with a specific emphasis on equitable care across all racial and ethnic groups. The campaign will provide accessible information through a dedicated Department of Health website, including hospital data on cesarean births and breastfeeding rates to help women choose care providers, promote birth plan documentation in medical records, and share guidance on avoiding unnecessary interventions like early inductions. It also educates the public on maternal health services, breastfeeding rights, pregnancy discrimination protections, and Medicaid eligibility for pregnant women. The campaign directly affects pregnant individuals, new mothers, and healthcare providers in New Jersey by making key maternity care information more transparent and actionable.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes public awareness campaign to improve maternal health access, equity, and provider transparency through data sharing and birth plan promotion, directly advancing patient-centered healthcare outcomes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Hospitals Women's Health

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

ACR 45: Proposes constitutional amendment recognizing fundamental right to reproductive freedom.

ACR 45 proposes adding a constitutional amendment to New Jersey's state constitution that would recognize a fundamental right to reproductive freedom. This amendment would guarantee specific rights including access to contraception, choosing or refusing sterilization, carrying a pregnancy to term, giving birth, or having an abortion, and prohibit the state or local governments from infringing on these rights. Currently, reproductive rights in New Jersey are protected by court decisions and state statutes (like the Freedom of Reproductive Choice Act), but this amendment would formally establish them in the constitution for voter approval. The resolution must be approved by the legislature and then submitted to voters in the next general election.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareGuarantees access to reproductive healthcare services including contraception and abortion, protecting patient rights and access under healthcare.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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