The New Jersey Health Care and Privacy Protection Act aims to enhance privacy protections for individuals seeking reproductive and gender-affirming health care services. The bill prohibits businesses in New Jersey from disclosing precise geolocation data or personal data of individuals located near reproductive health care facilities, which include hospitals, clinics, and offices that provide services such as contraception, pregnancy testing, and abortion. Violating this provision is classified as an unlawful practice under the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act. Additionally, the bill clarifies that New Jersey laws will govern any legal actions related to the provision or receipt of these health care services.

Moreover, the bill amends existing statutes to replace the term "unborn child" with "fetus" in relevant contexts, ensuring consistency in legal language. It defines key terms such as "gender-affirming health care services," "legally protected health care activity," and "precise geolocation," thereby establishing a clear framework for the protections offered under the act. The sponsors of the bill emphasize the importance of safeguarding individuals' rights to access and provide legally protected health care services while maintaining their privacy.

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Introduced: 30:4C-11