A2444

Requires DOH to study racial aspects of ovarian cancer.

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New Jersey A2444 mandates the Department of Health to study racial disparities in ovarian cancer.

New Jersey A2444 requires the Department of Health to conduct a study on the racial aspects of ovarian cancer. The study aims to identify differences in effects, rates, risk factors, symptoms, and outcomes among women from various racial and ethnic groups, including Asian, African-American, Caucasian, Hispanic, Native American, and Pacific Islander. Within one year of the bill's enactment, the Department of Health must submit a report of the study's findings to the Governor and the Legislature. The bill takes effect immediately and expires upon the report's submission.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

38 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Not Voting

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Calendar

Dec 9, 2024

1:00 PM

Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Hearing

Feb 22, 2024

10:00 AM

Assembly Health Hearing

History

Jan 12

Senate

Approved P.L.2025, c.233.

Dec 18, 2025

Senate

Substituted for S3869

Dec 18, 2025

Senate

Passed Senate (Passed Both Houses) (38-0)