Healthcare (Women's Health)

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

A 1916: Requires DOH to establish maternity care evaluation protocols.

This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Health (DOH) to create standardized protocols for hospitals and licensed birthing centers to collect and report detailed, de-identified data on maternity care. The data must cover specific metrics like maternal health conditions (e.g., hypertension, hemorrhage), delivery methods (e.g., induction timing, cesarean rates), and infant outcomes (e.g., birth weight, complications). The DOH will annually evaluate this data to set statewide benchmarks, identify quality improvement opportunities, and compare hospital performance. Results and recommendations must be reported to the Governor and Legislature yearly, aiming to enhance maternal and infant health outcomes through data-driven care.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires standardized data collection for maternity care evaluation to set statewide benchmarks, improving healthcare quality and patient outcomes in maternal/infant services.90% confidence

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

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Feb 19, 2026

A 4305: Establishes "Reproductive Health Access for Haitian Migrants Act."

This bill, if enacted, would require New Jersey's Department of Health to provide Haitian migrants in the state with free access to a range of contraceptives - including intrauterine devices, birth control pills, and Depo-Provera injections - through partnerships with community health clinics and migrant support organizations. It mandates that services include comprehensive reproductive health education and counseling to support informed choices. The Department must develop implementation guidelines within 120 days and submit annual reports detailing outreach efforts, usage statistics, and any barriers Haitian migrants face in accessing these services. The law directly affects Haitian migrants residing in New Jersey by removing cost barriers to specific contraceptive options.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides free contraceptives and reproductive health services to Haitian migrants, expanding healthcare access and coverage through state partnerships.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProvides reproductive health services to Haitian migrants, directly supporting immigrant access to healthcare - a key immigrant service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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

A 3181: Prohibits using cadaveric fetal tissue obtained from elective abortion procedure for research purposes and using any cadaveric fetal tissue to research cosmetic treatments.

This bill (A 3181) prohibits using cadaveric fetal tissue obtained from elective abortions for any research and bans using any cadaveric fetal tissue to research cosmetic treatments. It specifically allows research using tissue from miscarriages or stillbirths but does not affect existing bans on buying or selling fetal tissue. The bill also requires physicians treating infertility patients to provide written information about embryo disposition options and document patient acknowledgment in medical records. These changes apply to research institutions and healthcare providers in New Jersey conducting such studies.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRestricts medical research using fetal tissue from elective abortions, limiting potential healthcare advancements in regenerative medicine and treatments, directly opposing healthcare innovation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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

A 3221: Prohibits discrimination against pregnant women who have not received COVID-19 vaccine.

This bill prohibits requiring or asking pregnant women about their COVID-19 vaccination status or demanding proof of vaccination for any purpose. It directly affects pregnant women in New Jersey by making it unlawful for employers, schools, healthcare providers, businesses, and others to discriminate against them based on not being vaccinated or refusing to disclose vaccination status. Key provisions ban such requirements across 15 areas, including employment, education, healthcare access, and public accommodations. Violators face $25,000 civil penalties plus attorney fees in court. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits healthcare providers from discriminating against pregnant women based on vaccination status, protecting patient access and rights in healthcare settings.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits employment discrimination against pregnant women based on vaccine status, directly protecting workers' rights under Labor & Employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Women's Health

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

A 2212: Requires distribution of family leave informational materials to certain patients.

This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Health to create and distribute pamphlets about family leave programs (under the 1989 Family Leave Act) to healthcare providers. Specifically, maternity care facilities must provide these pamphlets to patients during discharge and display them in waiting areas. The materials will explain available family leave resources, and hospitals must include them in discharge plans for patients needing after-care assistance. This affects maternity care providers and patients transitioning home after hospital stays.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDistributes family leave info to maternity patients, improving access to postpartum care resources and supporting healthcare continuity under existing programs.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentDistributes family leave info to ensure workers access existing benefits under 1989 Family Leave Act, strengthening employment standards access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Women's Health Paid Leave

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

AJR 91: Urges Congress to call constitutional convention to consider reproductive health care rights.

AJR 91 is a New Jersey joint resolution urging Congress to call a constitutional convention to consider amending the U.S. Constitution to protect reproductive health care rights. It specifically seeks a nationwide standard for rights including access to contraception, abortion, and pregnancy decisions, rather than state-by-state laws. The resolution does not create new laws or directly affect anyone - it is a procedural request to Congress, citing the Dobbs decision as a reason for federal action. It emphasizes that a constitutional amendment, if ratified by 3/4 of states, would ensure consistent access to reproductive care across all states. The bill is currently pending in the Assembly Community Development and Women's Affairs Committee.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly seeks constitutional protection for reproductive health care access, including contraception and abortion, directly advancing patient rights in healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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

A 4074: Establishes reproductive health travel advisory.

This New Jersey bill (A4074) requires the state Department of State to create a public "Reproductive Health Travel Advisory" to inform residents about reproductive healthcare access in other states. The advisory categorizes states into three tiers: "Blue" (normal access), "Yellow" (restricted access with legal risks), and "Red" (extreme restrictions risking health outcomes). It details specific restrictions like gestational bans, medication limits, and legal protections for patients and providers. The advisory will be published online and updated whenever states change their reproductive healthcare laws. It directly affects New Jersey residents who may travel while pregnant and need to make informed decisions about emergency care.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides advisory to inform residents about reproductive healthcare access in other states, enhancing patient access to care options and protecting rights to navigate restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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

A 2224: Requires Medicaid cover emergency contraception without requiring prescription or other authorization.

This bill (A2224) requires New Jersey's Medicaid program to cover over-the-counter emergency contraception (such as Plan B) without a prescription. Currently, Medicaid only covers prescription-based emergency contraception, forcing enrollees to pay out-of-pocket for the same products purchased without a prescription. The bill mandates that Medicaid managed care organizations include this coverage without requiring a prescription or other authorization. It directly affects Medicaid recipients in New Jersey who need emergency contraception for reproductive health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates Medicaid coverage of emergency contraception without prescription, directly expanding access to reproductive healthcare services for Medicaid recipients.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Women's Health

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

A 1721: Requires Medicaid coverage for self-administered hormonal contraceptives dispensed by pharmacist under standing order.

This bill requires New Jersey's Medicaid program to cover self-administered hormonal contraceptives when dispensed by a pharmacist under a standing order. It directly affects Medicaid beneficiaries, particularly low-income women, by expanding access to contraception without needing a separate prescription from a doctor. The key provision amends existing Medicaid coverage rules to explicitly include these contraceptives under the "prescribed drugs" category, allowing pharmacists to provide them under a standing order. This change would make contraceptive care more accessible and affordable for eligible individuals without altering prescription requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands Medicaid coverage for contraceptives, improving access to reproductive healthcare without requiring separate doctor prescriptions for low-income beneficiaries.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Women's Health

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

A 3723: Requires licensed health care professionals providing prenatal care to offer and screen, upon request, pregnant patients with history of depression for postpartum depression.

This New Jersey bill (A 3723) requires licensed healthcare providers offering prenatal care to offer and provide, upon request, a screening for postpartum depression to pregnant patients with a history of depression. It directly affects pregnant individuals with prior depression diagnoses by adding a specific screening step during prenatal visits. Key provisions include mandating education about postpartum depression for patients and families, requiring screenings before birthing facility discharge and at early postnatal visits, and involving partners/family in education and support. The bill amends existing law (P.L.2000, c.167) to expand screening requirements beyond current universal postnatal checks.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates mental health screening for postpartum depression during prenatal visits, expanding access to early intervention for at-risk patients and strengthening maternal mental health services.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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