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NJ S1087
NJ S1087Requires midwives and physicians to provide pregnant women information on birthing options prior to delivery.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
10/28/2024
10/28/2024
Crossed Over
10/28/2024
10/28/2024
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires midwives and physicians to provide pregnant women information on birthing options prior to delivery.
AI Summary
This bill requires midwives and physicians who practice obstetrics to provide pregnant patients with written, evidence-based information on all available birthing options, including associated health risks and insurance coverage, during the initial consultation and prior to the onset of labor. The bill also mandates that this information be provided in English and the seven most common non-English languages spoken by individuals with limited-English proficiency in the state. Additionally, midwives and physicians must provide this education on an annual basis to pregnant patients in a language they understand.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Health Committee (on 10/28/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S1087 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S1500/1087_R1.HTM |
| Analysis - Statement SHH 5/9/24 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S1500/1087_S1.PDF |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S1500/1087_I1.HTM |
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