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NJ A2653
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jay Webber
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AI Summary
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Prohibits the use of cadaveric fetal tissue obtained from elective abortion procedures for any research purposes in New Jersey
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Bans the use of all cadaveric fetal tissue for researching cosmetic treatments, regardless of source
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Allows continued use of cadaveric fetal tissue obtained from miscarriages or stillbirths for non-cosmetic research purposes
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Permits genetic or other testing of fetal tissue at parents' request to determine health or condition of the fetus or parents
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Requires physicians treating infertility patients to obtain written acknowledgment that patients received information about embryo disposition options, with documentation kept in medical records
Legislative Description
Prohibits using cadaveric fetal tissue obtained from elective abortion procedure for research purposes and using any cadaveric fetal tissue to research cosmetic treatments.
Health
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
1/9/2024