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NJ S2624

NJ S2624
Prohibits disclosure of personal information pertaining to certain health care workers who are victims of assault; establishes civil penalty for each violation.


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Introduced
05/16/2022
In Committee
12/18/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Prohibits disclosure of personal information pertaining to certain health care workers who are victims of assault; establishes civil penalty for each violation.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the disclosure of personal information, such as the name and address, of certain healthcare workers who are victims of simple assault, aggravated assault, sexual assault, or aggravated sexual assault while engaged in their duties. The bill establishes a civil penalty of $100 for each document that is disclosed, released, or made available to the public in violation of these confidentiality provisions. The bill applies to healthcare workers employed at licensed healthcare facilities, licensed healthcare professionals, and direct care workers at state or county psychiatric hospitals, state developmental centers, and veterans' memorial homes.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 12/18/2023)

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