New Jersey S4503 mandates long-term care facilities to provide employees with necessary supplies and equipment at no cost.

New Jersey S4503 requires long-term care facilities to supply employees with essential equipment and supplies at no cost. This includes personal protective equipment, cleaning supplies, linens, hygiene products, and dietary supplies. The Department of Health must establish a compliance process, with monthly reviews and fines of $3,000 per day for non-compliance. The Commissioner of Health can also take adverse licensure actions. The act defines "long-term care facility" and "equipment and supplies" and takes effect 30 days after enactment.

New Jersey S4503 mandates long-term care facilities to provide employees with necessary supplies and equipment at no cost.

New Jersey S4503 requires long-term care facilities to supply employees with essential equipment and supplies at no cost. This includes personal protective equipment, cleaning supplies, linens, hygiene products, and dietary supplies. The Department of Health must establish a compliance process, with monthly reviews and fines of $3,000 per day for non-compliance. The Commissioner of Health can also take adverse licensure actions. The act defines "long-term care facility" and "equipment and supplies" and takes effect 30 days after enactment.