New Jersey Bill Regarding Abortion and Incarcerated Pregnant People (A 145)

This law was last updated on Jan 12, 2018

State

New Jersey

Number

A 145

Status

Proposed

Jan 9, 2018

Topics

Funding Restrictions for Family Planning

Full Bill Text

www.njleg.state.nj.us

A 145 would require incarcerated pregnant people seeking an abortion to cover the cost of the procedure themselves.

Inmates in New Jersey are currently only assessed a nominal fee for medical care and procedures, including abortions. This bill would permit a county to enact an ordinance or resolution requiring an inmate to cover all lawful costs associated with any abortion not deemed necessary to save the life of the pregnant person.

Related Legislation

Identical to A 111, which failed to pass during the 2016-2017 legislative session.