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NJ A2609

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carmen Morales

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Replaces the term "inmate" with "incarcerated person" throughout New Jersey state statutes
  • Applies to all references to individuals held in correctional facilities, county jails, and other detention centers
  • Represents a terminology change only, with no alterations to existing rights, procedures, or policies
  • Reflects a person-first language approach in criminal justice documentation

Legislative Description

Changes term "inmate" to "incarcerated person."

Judiciary

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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