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NJ A987

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carol Murphy

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Applicants for a permit to purchase a handgun or firearms purchaser identification card would be required to have all household members age 18 and older undergo fingerprinting and criminal background checks
  • An applicant would be denied a permit if any household member is disqualified from owning firearms under existing state law (including felony convictions, domestic violence restraining orders, mental health commitments, or being on terrorist watchlists)
  • "Household member" is defined as any person over age 18 who cohabitates with the applicant
  • The bill amends N.J.S.2C:58-3 and would take effect immediately upon enactment
  • Sponsored by Assemblywoman Carol A. Murphy (District 7, Burlington) and pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 legislative session

Legislative Description

Requires household members of firearm purchasers to receive background check.

Judiciary

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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