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NJ S4147

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/25/2025

Primary Sponsor

John Burzichelli

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows physicians and advanced practice nurses to count up to three optional credits of menopause-related continuing education toward their license renewal requirements

  • Requires training modules developed by the Department of Health covering physiological and psychological aspects of menopause, available treatments (including hormone therapy), health risks (cardiovascular, osteoporosis, mental health), and patient communication strategies

  • Makes training available in multiple formats including online courses, webinars, workshops, and in-person seminars to accommodate varied schedules

  • Directs the Department of Health to partner with medical schools and nursing schools to integrate menopause education into curricula, and to promote awareness of training programs through medical associations and healthcare networks

  • Establishes an advisory committee to monitor training program effectiveness and make recommendations for public health measures and further research on menopause

Legislative Description

Permits up to three credits of continuing medical education on menopause to be used by advanced practice nurses and physicians for license renewal.

Substituted by another Bill

Last Action

Substituted by A5309 (2R)

6/30/2025

Committee Referrals

Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens2/25/2025

Full Bill Text

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