A 5142 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Extends anti-SLAPP protections to complainants of sexual assault, harassment, and discrimination.

This bill expands legal protections for individuals who report sexual assault, harassment, or discrimination by extending anti-SLAPP laws to cover these specific complaints. It allows courts to pause or "stay" related lawsuits and limit discovery requests when a person makes a good-faith report about such incidents, helping to prevent retaliatory legal actions. The changes apply to private individuals and entities but exclude cases involving government officials or businesses selling goods and services. By amending existing statutes, the legislation aims to ensure that victims can report abuse without fear of being silenced through costly legal battles.
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May 2026
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Introduced May 28, 2026 Last action May 28, 2026
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May 28, 2026
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