New Jersey S1954 allows patient visitation in licensed health care facilities if consistent with federal or State law.

New Jersey S1954 addresses the issue of patients and residents in health care facilities being denied visitation due to COVID-19 prevention measures. The bill mandates that licensed health care facilities permit visitors to the fullest extent allowed by federal or State law. This change aims to ensure that patients, including adults, minors, and individuals with disabilities, can receive visits from chosen individuals such as spouses, parents, family members, guardians, health care agents, or caregivers.

New Jersey S1954 allows patient visitation in licensed health care facilities if consistent with federal or State law.

New Jersey S1954 addresses the issue of patients and residents in health care facilities being denied visitation due to COVID-19 prevention measures. The bill mandates that licensed health care facilities permit visitors to the fullest extent allowed by federal or State law. This change aims to ensure that patients, including adults, minors, and individuals with disabilities, can receive visits from chosen individuals such as spouses, parents, family members, guardians, health care agents, or caregivers.