The bill establishes the New Jersey Reproductive Health Travel Advisory, aimed at informing residents about the restrictions on reproductive healthcare services in various states across the U.S. It recognizes the potential risks associated with pregnancies and the necessity for timely medical interventions, which may include the termination of a pregnancy in emergencies. The advisory will provide detailed information on each state's reproductive healthcare policies, including gestational duration bans, waiting periods, insurance coverage, medication restrictions, and legal liabilities for patients and healthcare providers.
The travel 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 ensure residents have access to the most current information regarding reproductive healthcare services in other states.