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NJ S3422

NJ S3422
Establishes central registry for sickle cell trait diagnoses; provides for informational outreach and genetic counseling.


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Introduced
12/19/2022
In Committee
12/19/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Establishes central registry for sickle cell trait diagnoses; provides for informational outreach and genetic counseling.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a central registry for sickle cell trait diagnoses in New Jersey. It requires laboratories performing newborn screenings to notify physicians and document the patient's information in the registry. The physician must then provide the patient's parents with information about the availability and benefits of genetic counseling. The Commissioner of Health will manage the registry, use the information to provide follow-up counseling and educational services, and notify parents when the patient reaches adolescence and adulthood. The bill aims to improve access to information and resources related to sickle cell trait, which can have important health and reproductive implications.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 12/19/2022)

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