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NJ A2748
Bill
Status
Passed
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Andrea Katz
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AI Summary
- Adds "service in the Armed Forces of the United States" as a new protected class under New Jersey's Law Against Discrimination, covering both current military members and veterans who have been discharged or released from active duty
- Expands anti-discrimination protections to apply in employment, housing, public accommodations, and real property transactions for military personnel and veterans
- Amends multiple sections of existing law (C.10:5-1 et seq.) to include military service alongside the existing protection for "liability for service" (those subject to being called up or drafted)
- Grants the Division on Civil Rights authority to investigate and act upon discrimination complaints based on military service status
- Pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 legislative session, sponsored by Assemblywomen Katz, Peterpaul, and Tucker
Legislative Description
Enhances protections under Law Against Discrimination for persons serving in military and military veterans.
Withdrawn Because Approved
Last Action
Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.307.
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Military and Veterans' Affairs1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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