New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 1979: Requires parents and guardians be provided access to medical records of minor patients; provides immunity to health care facilities and professionals that provide access to records.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee

Plain-language summary

S 1979 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires parents and guardians be provided access to medical records of minor patients; provides immunity to health care facilities and professionals that provide access to records. Primary sponsor: Holly Schepisi (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Holly Schepisi (Republican).