New Jersey S3896 mandates implicit bias training for physicians every two years.

New Jersey S3896 requires physicians to complete a minimum of two hours of implicit bias training within two years of the bill's effective date and every two years thereafter. The Department of Health, in consultation with other state agencies, must establish a list of approved training programs. These programs must train physicians to recognize and diminish the impact of implicit bias in medical practice, include an overview of current research, and provide ways to achieve better health care outcomes. The bill takes effect immediately.

New Jersey S3896 mandates implicit bias training for physicians every two years.

New Jersey S3896 requires physicians to complete a minimum of two hours of implicit bias training within two years of the bill's effective date and every two years thereafter. The Department of Health, in consultation with other state agencies, must establish a list of approved training programs. These programs must train physicians to recognize and diminish the impact of implicit bias in medical practice, include an overview of current research, and provide ways to achieve better health care outcomes. The bill takes effect immediately.