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NJ A3233
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Aura Dunn
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AI Summary
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Prohibits any person, business, or entity from soliciting individuals for business based on death notices or obituaries published in print, electronic format, or public records within 90 days of publication
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Applies to solicitations targeting family members of the deceased or tenants residing on a property associated with the deceased
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Defines "family member" broadly to include spouse, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, grandchildren, in-laws, step-relatives, and half-siblings related by blood, marriage, or adoption
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Violations constitute unlawful practices under New Jersey's Consumer Fraud Act, carrying penalties up to $10,000 for first offense and $20,000 for subsequent offenses
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Additional remedies include cease and desist orders from the Attorney General, punitive damages, and treble damages with costs awarded to injured parties
Legislative Description
Prohibits solicitation of business based on death notices and obituaries.
Consumer Affairs
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee
1/9/2024