The bill establishes the New Jersey Reproductive Health Travel Advisory, which aims to inform residents about the restrictions on reproductive healthcare services in other states. It recognizes the potential risks associated with pregnancies and the necessity for timely medical interventions, including the possibility of terminating a pregnancy in emergencies. Given the varying degrees of access to reproductive healthcare across states, the advisory will help New Jersey residents make informed travel decisions while pregnant.
The advisory will categorize states using a tiered system: "Blue" for normal caution, indicating full access to reproductive medical care; "Yellow" for increased caution, indicating restricted access that may lead to legal repercussions; and "Red" for reconsidering travel, indicating severe restrictions that could jeopardize health outcomes. The New Jersey Department of State is tasked with publishing and regularly updating this advisory on its website to reflect any changes in state laws regarding reproductive healthcare services.