Amid heated debate, bills advance to protect patients who travel to New Jersey for abortions

By: Katherine Burgos

Outlets: NJ State House News Service

Published: March 9, 2026

Words: 487

Last Updated: 1 week, 4 days ago

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An Assembly committee moved forward Monday with two bills that would protect people who come to New Jersey to seek abortions and health care that is illegal in other states.

“As we continue to advocate for women's right and equality, presenting [a] package of reproductive care bills for consideration, organizations like Human Rights Watch, World Health Organization emphasizes that reproductive rights are fundamental,” said Assemblywoman Tennille McCoy, a Hamilton Democrat.

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