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NJ S456
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
James Holzapfel
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AI Summary
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Prohibits state of emergency or public health emergency declarations from infringing on the right to assemble for religious worship or restricting travel to and from places of worship
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Bars the Governor from authorizing civil or criminal penalties, or administrative sanctions, against religious institutions or their members for exercising their religion during emergencies
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Allows the Governor to require religious organizations to comply with health, safety, and occupancy requirements that apply equally to all organizations and businesses providing essential services
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Supplements existing New Jersey emergency powers statutes (P.L.1942, c.251 and P.L.2005, c.222)
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Permits religious services during state of emergency or public health emergency declarations by Governor.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
1/9/2024