NJ A2299

Prohibits the sale, licensing, or provision of algorithmic software that sets, recommends, or advises on residential rent prices or occupancy rates using non-public competitor data in New Jersey

Bans landlords from using such algorithmic devices when setting rents or occupancy rates, with each month of violation and each affected unit counting as a separate offense

Authorizes the Attorney General to bring civil actions seeking damages, injunctive relief, restitution, return of illegal profits, and civil penalties up to $1,000 per violation

Exempts trade association reports that publish aggregated anonymous renter data and tools used to establish affordable housing rent limits per government guidelines

Takes effect on the first day of the second month following enactment and amends the New Jersey Antitrust Act to add definitions for "algorithmic device" and "non-public competitor data"