Creates "New Jersey Dialysis Patient Support Person Accommodation Act."

Summary

The bill mandates that any licensed dialysis center must permit a patient’s chosen support person to be with them during dialysis, assisting with communication, mobility, and decision‑making. Centers may set reasonable health, safety and infection‑control rules, must post written policies, and train staff. The Department of Health will enforce compliance, investigate complaints, and impose penalties for violations.

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