NJ A1875

Consolidates commonly used definitions from individual sections throughout Title 26 (Health and Vital Statistics) into a single definitions section (C.26:1A-1) applicable to the entire title

Adds standardized definitions for terms including "adult," "Alzheimer's disease and related disorders," "birthing facility," "hospital," "long-term care facility," "Medicaid," "Medicare," "substance use disorder," "vital records," and "vital statistics"

Repeals R.S.26:1-1, which contained duplicative definitions already covered in C.26:1A-1

Makes technical corrections throughout Title 26 including replacing gendered language with gender-neutral terms, updating citations to regulatory agencies, and standardizing punctuation and formatting

Implements recommendations from the New Jersey Law Revision Commission's April 2022 report on eliminating duplicative definitions in the Health and Vital Statistics statutes