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NJ S3789

NJ S3789
Requires hospital urine drug screenings to include test for fentanyl.


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Introduced
05/08/2023
In Committee
05/08/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requires hospital urine drug screenings to include test for fentanyl.

AI Summary

This bill requires general acute care hospitals in New Jersey to include a test for the presence of fentanyl as part of any urine drug screening they conduct to assist in diagnosing a patient's condition. The bill defines "urine drug screening" as a chemical analysis intended to test for the presence of multiple drugs, including cocaine, opioids, and phencyclidine. The bill will take effect immediately and expire on January 1, 2028.

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 05/08/2023)

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