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NJ A4616
Bill
Status
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Dawn Fantasia
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AI Summary
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Prohibits cash assistance recipients from accessing electronic benefit cards at ATMs located in casinos, adult entertainment venues, adult bookstores, and liquor stores.
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Blocks point-of-sale purchases using benefit cards at casinos, adult venues, adult bookstores, liquor stores, and prohibits using the cards to pay for cruises at travel agencies.
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Directs the Commissioner of Human Services to collaborate with the NJ Office of Information Technology and ATM suppliers to implement the technical restrictions.
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Requires the Commissioner to apply for any federal waivers necessary to implement these restrictions as soon as practicable after enactment.
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Takes effect on the first day of the seventh month following enactment, aligning with federal requirements under the Welfare Integrity and Data Improvement Act (Pub.L.112-96).
Legislative Description
Restricts use of electronic benefit cards by cash assistance recipients.
Children, Families and Food Security
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee
3/10/2026