The New Jersey Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act establishes legal protections for infants born alive following an abortion or attempted abortion. The bill mandates that any health care professional present at the time of the live birth must provide the same level of care and diligence to preserve the life and health of the child as they would for any other newborn. Violations of this requirement are classified as a third-degree crime, punishable by three to five years of imprisonment and fines up to $15,000. Additionally, the bill defines "born alive" and outlines the responsibilities of health care professionals and employees in reporting non-compliance with the act.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that anyone who intentionally kills a child born alive after an abortion will face severe penalties under N.J.S.2C:11-3, which carries a punishment of 30 years to life imprisonment. It also protects the mother of the child from being charged with conspiracy related to the act and allows her to pursue civil action for damages against violators. The act emphasizes the legal personhood of infants born alive and ensures they receive the same protections as any other newborn under New Jersey law.