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NJ A3766

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Aura Dunn

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

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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