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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 3981: Provides primary and school election sample ballots may be sent to registered voter by electronic mail if so requested.

This bill allows New Jersey registered voters to request receiving primary and school election sample ballots via email instead of postal mail. Voters must provide their physical address when requesting electronic delivery, and election officials must send paper copies if email delivery fails. The bill protects voter email addresses as confidential (not public records) and requires the Secretary of State to create procedures for implementation, including informing voters of the option and allowing them to switch back to paper mail. It directly affects voters eligible for primary or school elections who choose electronic delivery. The policy change takes effect immediately but excludes elections within 30 days of enactment.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enables electronic ballot delivery with email confidentiality, protecting voter data privacy as a core feature.90% confidence

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 2257: Expands "Daniel's Law" to prohibit disclosure of personal identifying information of victim support advocates and victim support care providers.

This bill expands New Jersey's "Daniel's Law" to protect victim support advocates and victim support care providers by prohibiting the online disclosure of their home addresses and unpublished phone numbers. It requires individuals or entities sharing such information online to remove it upon written notice from an authorized person (like a family member or legal representative). The law imposes criminal penalties for reckless or intentional violations but exempts news media from liability for past publications or directory listings where protection was requested. This directly affects victim support professionals by enhancing their privacy protections against online harassment risks.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects victim support advocates' privacy, aligning with criminal justice reform efforts to enhance victim safety and support within the system.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProtects data privacy by prohibiting online disclosure of personal information (home addresses, phone numbers) of victim support providers, imposing penalties for violations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Online Safety

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Feb 19, 2026

A 4109: Exempts handwritten signature from public disclosure; requires redaction when posted on Internet.

This bill requires New Jersey public agencies to remove handwritten signatures from documents posted on their official websites to protect personal privacy. Individuals can request removal of their signatures from previously posted documents within seven business days of a written request. The law does not apply to signatures on election petitions, ballots, or public officials' signatures on government records related to their official duties.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates redaction of handwritten signatures on public websites to protect personal privacy, directly advancing data privacy protections in technology policy.90% confidence

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 3183: Requires transportation network company to provide live customer service representative and certain notification to riders.

This bill requires transportation network companies (like ride-hailing services) in New Jersey to: 1) Send electronic notifications to riders within 48 hours of account changes (e.g., password, email, or phone number updates) or unusual ride patterns (e.g., sudden spikes in prearranged rides), 2) Provide 24/7 live customer service via digital channels or phone to resolve account issues and dispute unauthorized charges, and 3) Submit annual written compliance descriptions to the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. It directly affects riders (end-users) and transportation network companies operating in New Jersey, focusing on transparency and accessibility for account management and billing disputes.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires notifications for account changes and 24/7 support to protect user data privacy and prevent unauthorized charges, aligning with consumer protection regulations.90% confidence

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 3609: Expands protections under "Daniel's Law"; requires Office of Information Privacy to establish portal for prohibiting disclosure of personal information by private entities and establishes penalties for failure to comply.

This bill expands "Daniel's Law" in New Jersey to protect specific public officials and their families by requiring private entities to prevent online disclosure of their home addresses and unpublished phone numbers. It mandates the Office of Information Privacy to create a portal where authorized representatives (like family members or legal agents) can request removal of such information from public online sources. Private entities that fail to comply after receiving a valid request face criminal penalties: a fourth-degree crime for reckless violations or a third-degree crime for intentional violations. The law specifically covers judicial officers, law enforcement, child protective investigators, prosecutors, legislators, and their immediate family members living in the same household.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens data privacy by requiring private entities to prevent online disclosure of personal information and establishing a portal for removal, with penalties for non-compliance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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in committee · New Jersey · Senate Feb 24, 2026

S 3643: Requires Secretary of Higher Education to establish New Jersey STEM Entrepreneur Fellowship Program to support entrepreneurs in STEM fields.

This bill establishes the New Jersey STEM Entrepreneur Fellowship Program, requiring the Secretary of Higher Education to create a three-year fellowship initiative supporting STEM entrepreneurs. It allocates funding for at least 20 fellowships at New Jersey colleges and universities, prioritizing applicants with viable STEM business ideas that will benefit society and become self-sustaining. Fellows receive support to commercialize their ideas and build structured businesses, with priority given to those backed by state-supported incubators. The program must be evaluated within five years to assess its success in launching new businesses. The initiative directly affects STEM entrepreneurs seeking resources to develop their ventures.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes a fellowship program to fund STEM entrepreneurs, directly advancing technology innovation and commercialization through targeted support.90% confidence

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 3050: Establishes advertisement grant program for emerging businesses in science and technology.

This bill creates a grant program administered by New Jersey's Economic Development Authority to fund advertising and marketing costs for eligible science and technology businesses. It directly affects small tech companies in New Jersey with fewer than 225 employees (75% based in the state) operating in specified sectors like biotechnology, renewable energy, or information technology. Grants must cover only advertising/marketing expenses, require annual financial reports to verify proper use, and convert to loans if misused. The program aims to stimulate economic development by supporting these emerging businesses' market outreach.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates state-funded grant program for business marketing, increasing government spending on economic development initiatives.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates grant program funding tech businesses' advertising/marketing, directly supporting sector growth in specified tech fields.95% confidence

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 861: Prohibits automatic registration with New Jersey Immunization Information System.

This bill changes New Jersey's immunization registry policy by requiring written parental or guardian consent for enrollment, instead of automatic registration. It directly affects parents/guardians of children under 18 and individuals over 18 who can opt out. Key provisions include: no automatic enrollment for newborns (replacing current automatic enrollment unless parents opt out), explicit written consent required for all minors, and strengthened privacy protections limiting registry access to authorized health providers and schools. The bill also prohibits discrimination against those who decline registry participation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareStrengthened privacy protections for immunization records align with patient rights protection in healthcare, requiring explicit consent rather than automatic enrollment.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens data privacy protections by requiring written consent for health data enrollment, directly aligning with technology policy focus on data privacy.90% confidence

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 1999: Expands "Daniel's Law" to prohibit disclosure of personal information concerning certain court administrators.

This bill expands New Jersey's "Daniel's Law" to protect municipal court administrators' personal information. It prohibits posting home addresses or unpublished phone numbers online without authorization, with penalties for violations (crimes of the third or fourth degree). Covered individuals include active, retired, or former municipal court administrators and their immediate family members living in the same household. Authorized representatives (such as family members or legal guardians) can request removal of such information from the internet.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill prohibits unauthorized online disclosure of personal information (addresses/phone numbers) for court administrators, directly protecting data privacy under the topic.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 3600: Prohibits election-related identity theft; upgrades dissemination of false campaign communications to third degree crime.

New Jersey's A 3600 prohibits using false identities or digital impersonation (including "deepfakes") to influence elections, making it a crime to impersonate someone or spread misleading election-related content for the purpose of aiding a candidate's nomination, election, defeat, or ballot question outcome. It upgrades such election-related identity theft to a third-degree crime (3-5 years in prison, up to $15,000 fine), or a second-degree crime (5-10 years, up to $150,000 fine) if committed within 90 days of an election. The bill also elevates the crime of knowingly spreading false campaign ads that conceal their true source from a disorderly persons offense to a third-degree crime. This directly affects individuals or groups attempting to manipulate elections through deceptive digital means or false advertising.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCriminalizes deepfakes and digital impersonation for election interference, protecting digital rights and election integrity. Aligns with regulating technology for consumer protection (digital rights).85% confidence

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