Bill > S4119

This bill requires certain health care facilities, including hospitals and birthing centers, to develop policies and procedures that authorize patients to select a doula (a trained professional who provides support during labor and childbirth) to accompany them during their maternity care. The bill mandates that these facilities provide written copies of their doula policies to healthcare providers, patients, and other relevant organizations, and post a summary of the policies on their websites in multiple languages. It also requires the facilities to designate a staff member to serve as a liaison with doulas and doula organizations. The Commissioner of Health is granted the authority to adopt necessary regulations to implement the requirements of the bill.

Health and Social Services

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S4119