NJ A554

Establishes the "New Jersey Pandemic Bill of Rights for the Welfare of Individuals" guaranteeing specific citizen rights during pandemics, infectious disease outbreaks, or declared public health emergencies.

Requires nursing homes and long-term care facilities to implement effective safeguards protecting residents and individuals with preexisting conditions from infectious diseases during emergencies.

Guarantees healthcare facility patients the right to full evaluation and treatment, adequate nourishment and medical care, appropriate physical and occupational therapies, and visitation by family members.

Designates attorneys as essential workers and requires attorney offices to remain open and accessible to the public during pandemics or public health emergencies.

Mandates the Commissioner of Health to publish these rights online and requires all healthcare facilities to post the notice in a conspicuous public location.