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NJ A4975
Bill
Status
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Ellen Park
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AI Summary
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Creates a new crime for unlicensed individuals who knowingly possess "firearm digital instructions" (CAD files or other digital code that can program 3D printers to manufacture firearms, receivers, magazines, or firearm components) with intent to manufacture a firearm
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Classifies the offense as a fourth-degree crime, which in New Jersey carries a potential sentence of up to 18 months imprisonment
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Exempts individuals who are licensed or registered to manufacture firearms from the prohibition
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Adds the definition of "firearm digital instructions" to New Jersey's existing weapons law definitions under N.J.S. 2C:39-1
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Applies to digital files that can be used with three-dimensional printers to produce firearms or firearm parts
Legislative Description
Establishes crime of possessing digital instructions to illegally manufacture firearms and firearm components.
Bills and Joint Resolutions Signed by the Governor
Last Action
Approved P.L.2025, c.255.
1/12/2026