Requires blank nominating petition forms for primary election candidates be made available for next primary election within 10 calendar days of county canvassers' general election results certification.
This bill (A 115) requires New Jersey county clerks, municipal clerks, or the Secretary of State to make blank nominating petition forms available for partisan primary election candidates within 10 calendar days after county canvassers certify general election results. It directly affects candidates seeking party nominations for the June primary election by ensuring they receive forms earlier - approximately 30 days after the November general election, rather than later. The key provision mandates this availability for the *next* year’s primary election, streamlining preparation for candidates. The bill applies to all partisan primaries (e.g., for governor, legislature, or local offices) and takes effect immediately.
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Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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Al Barlas
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