Allows certain State professional and occupational licensees to work from remote location under certain circumstances.
This bill allows licensed professionals (such as those regulated under Title 45 or Chapter 11C of New Jersey law) to work remotely from their home or another chosen location, provided they meet specific conditions. Key requirements include ensuring no in-person client interactions occur at the remote site, maintaining secure data practices with tools like encrypted networks, and keeping all client records accessible for regulatory review. The bill prohibits storing client information at remote locations and mandates confidentiality training for remote work. It directly affects licensed professionals whose services can be delivered remotely without compromising safety or regulatory standards. The law takes effect 180 days after enactment.
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Introduction
Jan 2024
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Jan 9, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee
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3 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Carol Murphy
DDemocratic
P
Robert Karabinchak
DDemocratic
P
Sterley Stanley
DDemocratic
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