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NJ A4728
Bill
Status
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carmen Morales
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AI Summary
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Prohibits sellers and real estate agents from using AI-generated or digitally altered photos that fundamentally misrepresent dwelling units or sites advertised for sale, rent, or lease in New Jersey
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Requires all advertising photos to reflect the actual, current state of the property and be no older than five years
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Permits AI or photo editing software to add furniture and non-fixed items to images, provided the edits do not disguise property flaws and the use is disclosed in each advertisement
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Mandates that original, unaltered images be provided to prospective buyers or their agents upon request
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Imposes civil penalties of $500 for first violations and up to $1,000 for subsequent offenses, with the New Jersey Real Estate Commission required to promulgate implementing regulations within one year
Legislative Description
Regulates deceptive use of artificial intelligence in photo advertising of certain dwellings.
Housing
Last Action
Reported out of Asm. Comm. with Amendments, and Referred to Assembly Housing Committee
3/16/2026