‘The time has come’: Emotions run high in assembly as reproductive protections bill advances

By: Gianna Puglisi

Outlets: NJ State House News Service

Published: June 30, 2026

Words: 595

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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TRENTON, N.J. – A bill protecting reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare is headed to the governor’s desk after an emotional Assembly debate Tuesday and deeply partisan votes.

Republicans focused on provisions that protect minors seeking gender transition.

“Chop up whatever the hell you want to at 21 years old. Why are we doing this to 12, 13, 14, 15-year-old kids? It’s abhorrent, and you should be ashamed,” Assembly Member Paul Kanitra, …

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