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NJ A4669

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Aura Dunn

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits any person, business, or entity from soliciting individuals for business based on death notices or obituaries within 90 days of publication

  • Applies to solicitations targeting family members of the deceased or tenants residing on the deceased's property

  • Defines "family member" broadly to include spouse, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, in-laws, step-relatives, and half-siblings by blood, marriage, or adoption

  • Classifies violations as unlawful practices under the Consumer Fraud Act, with penalties up to $10,000 for first offenses and $20,000 for subsequent offenses

  • Allows additional remedies including cease and desist orders from the Attorney General, punitive damages, and treble damages with costs to injured parties

Legislative Description

Prohibits solicitation of business based on death notices and obituaries.

Consumer Affairs

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Consumer Affairs3/10/2026

Full Bill Text

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