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NJ S1366
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Michael Testa
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AI Summary
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Requires individuals not licensed by the New Jersey Real Estate Commission who send text messages soliciting homeowners about selling their homes to first send a separate disclosure text stating they are not a commission licensee, naming their employer, and identifying the message as a solicitation
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Establishes penalties of up to $5,000 for first violations and up to $10,000 for subsequent violations, enforced by the Division of Consumer Affairs
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Directs the Division of Consumer Affairs to develop a public education program to inform licensed real estate professionals and homeowners about the new requirements and potential fraudulent text solicitation activity
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Defines "home" as any attached unit or stand-alone building used as a primary or additional residence, including rental properties
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Takes effect on the first day of the seventh month following enactment
Legislative Description
Requires text messages soliciting home owners to provide notice when individuals sending solicitations are not licensed by New Jersey Real Estate Commission.
Commerce
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
1/9/2024