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NJ S544
NJ S544Exempts certain health information contained in 9-1-1 calls from definition of government record.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Under current law, 9-1-1 audio recordings and transcripts are generally considered government records which are available for inspection, copying, and examination by the public. This bill would make confidential any part of a 9-1-1 audio recording or transcript that disclosed a person's health status, medical conditions, health care services or treatments, medical history, genetic information, or current health insurance plan information by excluding it from the definition of a government record.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to make certain health information contained within 9-1-1 calls confidential and therefore not considered a government record, which are typically accessible to the public. Specifically, any part of a 9-1-1 audio recording or transcript that reveals a person's health status, medical conditions, treatments received, medical history, genetic information, or current health insurance details will be excluded from public disclosure. This change aims to protect sensitive personal health information that might be shared during emergency calls.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S544 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1000/544_I1.HTM |
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