Bill
A 6164
New Jersey bill establishing state-level privacy protections for patient health data, requiring providers to secure records and notify of breaches while expanding patient data access rights.
Bill A 6164 establishes data privacy protections specifically for consumer health data in New Jersey, setting requirements for how health care providers and other entities must handle patient information. The bill creates standards for data security, breach notification, and patient rights regarding access to and control of their health records.
Health data is among the most sensitive personal information individuals possess, and breaches can enable identity theft, insurance discrimination, or unwanted medical contact. This bill addresses a gap where health privacy protections vary significantly between federal regulations (like HIPAA) and state laws, potentially leaving some patient data vulnerable. Stronger state-level protections can establish baseline privacy standards for New Jersey residents.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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