A 4778 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Permits religious services during state of emergency or public health emergency declarations by Governor.

This bill allows religious services to continue during state or public health emergencies declared by the Governor of New Jersey. It prevents emergency declarations from restricting worship, limiting travel to places of worship, or imposing penalties on religious institutions for practicing their faith. However, the bill does not stop the Governor from requiring religious organizations to follow general health and safety rules that apply to all essential businesses. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.
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Introduced Mar 19, 2026 Last action Mar 19, 2026
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Mar 19, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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