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NJ A3766
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Aura Dunn
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AI Summary
- Designated as "Levi's Law," this bill amends New Jersey's existing Down syndrome information law (P.L.2015, c.173) to include spina bifida alongside Down syndrome in all provisions
- The Department of Health must publish up-to-date, evidence-based information on spina bifida on its website, reviewed by medical experts and organizations including the CDC, Spina Bifida Resource Network, and March of Dimes
- Healthcare providers, nurse midwives, and genetic counselors must provide DOH-prepared spina bifida information to expectant or new parents upon receiving a positive spina bifida blood test result
- Required information must cover physical, developmental, educational, and psychosocial outcomes; life expectancy; treatment options; and contact information for support services and hotlines
- All information must be provided in English and Spanish in an easily understandable format for parents receiving prenatal or postnatal diagnoses
Legislative Description
Requires DOH to provide information regarding spina bifida to certain parents and families of newborns; "Levi's Law."
Health
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Health1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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