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Bill > A2208
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Introduced
01/27/2016
01/27/2016
In Committee
01/27/2016
01/27/2016
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2018
01/08/2018
Introduced Session
2016-2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would provide for the inclusion of certain information in the certified copy of a death record. The information required to be included in a death certificate would include the: name of the decedent; county or municipality in which the death occurred; date of death; sex of decedent; date of birth; and date of issuance and manner of death, providing this information is available. The bill further clarifies that the sex of the decedent be recorded to reflect the decedent's gender identity, as reported by the next of kin or the best qualified person available, unless the person completing the death certificate is presented with a document that memorializes the decedent's gender transition. If there is conflicting information regarding the gender of the decedent, the bill defines the specific documents which may be used to confirm the decedent's gender.
AI Summary
This bill would require the inclusion of specific information on death certificates, such as the name of the decedent, the county or municipality where the death occurred, the date of death, the sex or gender identity of the decedent, the date of birth, and the date of issuance and manner of death. The bill also provides guidance on how to record the sex or gender identity of the decedent, prioritizing the decedent's gender identity as reported by the next of kin or the best qualified person, unless the person completing the death certificate is presented with a document that memorializes the decedent's gender transition. In case of conflicting information, the bill specifies which documents can be used to confirm the decedent's gender.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health and Senior Services Committee (on 01/27/2016)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2016/Bills/A2500/2208_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2016/Bills/A2500/2208_I1.PDF |
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