Permits a marriage or civil union license to be issued and solemnized via audio-visual technology.

S 1165 (New Jersey) allows couples to obtain marriage or civil union licenses and have ceremonies conducted via live video technology, replacing the current requirement for in-person appearances. It directly affects couples seeking marriage/civil union licenses, licensing officials, officiants, and witnesses in New Jersey. Key provisions require live video interaction, valid photo ID verification, digital signing of documents (with transmission between parties), and confirmation that all participants are physically located within the state. The bill amends existing statutes (R.S. 37:1-8 and R.S. 37:1-17) to establish these remote procedures while maintaining legal safeguards like oath administration and document security. This changes current law, which mandates physical presence for both license issuance and solemnization.