New Jersey Assembly Bill A1011

New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/9/24
• Refer: 1/9/24

Caption

Requires emergency action plans for delivery of oxygen to patient residences during public health emergency.

Impact

If enacted, this bill would have significant implications for state regulations concerning healthcare services, particularly during public health emergencies. By requiring specific protocols for oxygen distribution, the bill aims to enhance the responsiveness of healthcare providers in urgent situations, thus improving patient outcomes. The Division of Consumer Affairs will play a central role in implementing these requirements, ensuring compliance among providers throughout the state.

Summary

Assembly Bill A1011 aims to improve emergency preparedness for the delivery of oxygen to patients' residences during public health emergencies. The bill mandates that all pharmacies and other licensed providers of oxygen and oxygen delivery systems formulate and adopt emergency action plans. These plans are intended to ensure the continuous availability of oxygen for patients and to address any inquiries or requests regarding the delivery of oxygen during such emergencies.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding A1011 may arise from the logistics of implementing and maintaining these emergency action plans. Concerns could include the feasibility of swift oxygen delivery in emergencies, the potential costs to providers in adopting these measures, and the adequacy of the proposed regulations that will be established by the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs. Stakeholders in both the healthcare industry and patient advocacy groups will likely have differing opinions on the practicality and sufficiency of the regulations stemming from this bill.