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NJ S4918

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/1/2025

Primary Sponsor

Andrew Zwicker

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits candidates who are constitutionally ineligible for an office from having their name printed on general election ballots in New Jersey

  • Applies to candidates who fail to meet qualifications prescribed by either the New Jersey State Constitution or the U.S. Constitution for the specific office sought

  • Examples of constitutional ineligibility include candidates who have not reached the required minimum age for an office or who have exceeded term limits

  • Amends existing election law R.S.19:14-2, which already bars candidates who fail to accept nominations or file required oaths of allegiance

  • Takes effect January 1 following enactment

Legislative Description

Prohibits candidates who are constitutionally ineligible to hold office from being placed on general election ballots.

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee

12/1/2025

Committee Referrals

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation12/1/2025

Full Bill Text

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