The proposed bill establishes the Blue Band Program within the Office of Maternal and Child Health in the New Jersey Department of Health, aimed at reducing preventable pregnancy-related complications associated with preeclampsia. This program will provide blue wristbands to pregnant and postpartum individuals at risk of preeclampsia, serving as a clear alert to healthcare providers about the patient's condition. The initiative is designed to improve awareness, monitoring, and follow-up care, ultimately reducing maternal mortality and morbidity rates in the state. The bill outlines the responsibilities of the Office of Maternal and Child Health, including implementing program requirements, providing information to participating hospitals and federally qualified health centers, and developing guidelines for wristband distribution.

Additionally, the Office will create educational resources to assist hospitals and health centers in implementing the program and will make these resources available online. An annual report will be submitted to the Governor and Legislature, detailing the participation of hospitals and health centers, their locations, and the program's impact on maternal mortality rates. The bill emphasizes the importance of early detection and coordination of care to enhance maternal health outcomes and reduce healthcare costs associated with preeclampsia.