S.717

Requires certain health care professionals to undergo bias training.

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New Jersey S717 mandates bias training for certain health care professionals.

New Jersey S717 requires specific health care professionals to complete bias training. This includes homemaker-home health aides and other professionals certified or licensed under Title 45 of the Revised Statutes who provide in-home health care services. The training must cover implicit biases, communication techniques, and cultural competency, among other topics. The Department of Health will develop the curriculum in consultation with relevant professional organizations. The bill also mandates the creation of an electronic database to track compliance.

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History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2023, c.331.