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NJ A3232
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Dan Hutchison
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AI Summary
- Restricts DNA samples from crime victims and witnesses to only be used for identifying the subject of the specific criminal investigation or prosecution for which the sample was obtained, not for other purposes like identifying family members
- Limits genetic testing of newborn DNA samples to only detecting disorders and conditions explicitly authorized under New Jersey's Newborn Screening Program, unless parents provide informed consent for other uses
- Permits disclosure of genetic information and compelled identification of tested individuals when authorized by a validly executed warrant from a Superior Court judge or court order
- Requires the Attorney General to be consulted alongside the Commissioners of Health and Banking/Insurance when promulgating regulations for obtaining informed consent for genetic testing
- Takes effect on the first day of the fourth month following enactment
Legislative Description
Restricts genetic testing of newborn and crime victim DNA; permits DNA information to be obtained pursuant to warrant or court order.
Judiciary
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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