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NJ A4138
Bill
Status
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carol Murphy
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AI Summary
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Requires patient chest x-ray reports to include a standardized notification when any abnormality is detected, informing patients of potential health risks and advising them to discuss results with their healthcare provider
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Mandates specific notification language that alerts patients the abnormality may be associated with various illnesses and encourages follow-up screening discussions based on personal medical history
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Directs the Commissioner of Health to adopt rules and regulations necessary to implement the notification requirements
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Takes effect on the first day of the fourth month following enactment
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Designated as "Claudia's Law"
Legislative Description
Requires patient to receive notification of abnormality in chest x-ray; designated as Claudia's Law.
Health
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
2/19/2026