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NJ S1209

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Linda Greenstein

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits businesses from charging different prices for substantially similar products marketed to different genders, where "substantially similar" means no significant differences in materials, function, or functional design (color and packaging differences alone do not qualify as substantial)

  • Requires tailoring/alteration shops, hair salons/barbers, and dry cleaners/laundries to post complete price lists in at least 14-point boldface type and display a sign in 24-point boldface stating that gender-based pricing discrimination is prohibited under New Jersey law

  • Defines "gender" broadly to include sex, gender identity, and gender expression, protecting individuals regardless of their assigned gender at birth

  • Allows price differences based on gender-neutral factors such as labor costs, materials, tariffs, or manufacturer-set prices beyond a retailer's control

  • Violations constitute unlawful practices under consumer fraud law, punishable by up to $10,000 for first offenses and $20,000 for subsequent offenses, plus potential treble damages and costs

Legislative Description

Prohibits gender-based price discrimination.

Commerce

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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