A 4219 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Provides that denial of services by domestic violence shelters based on a person's disability or perceived disability is unlawful discrimination.

This bill prohibits domestic violence shelters in New Jersey from denying services to individuals based on their disability or perceived disability. It directly affects shelters operating under the 1979 "Shelters for Victims of Domestic Violence Act" and the people seeking their services. The law makes such denials unlawful discrimination, requiring the Attorney General to investigate and prosecute violations under the existing "Law Against Discrimination." Penalties for violations range from $10,000 to $50,000, depending on prior offenses within specific timeframes.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 19, 2026 Last action Feb 19, 2026
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Feb 19, 2026
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