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NJ S1636
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Zwicker
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AI Summary
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Requires each New Jersey county to establish at least one drive-up ballot drop box with accessible features including sufficient vehicle turning radius, curb cuts, handicap parking, and adequate lighting with clear line of sight from streets and parking areas.
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Mandates all ballot drop boxes be clearly marked as "Official Ballot Drop Box" with posted information including: penalties for tampering (3-5 years prison, up to $15,000 fine), a toll-free voter hotline, notice that no postage is required, and the 8:00 p.m. Election Day deadline.
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Requires posted information at drop boxes to appear in all languages mandated by the federal Voting Rights Act of 1965 and applicable state law for each county.
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Establishes a 100-foot electioneering boundary around ballot drop boxes with required signage prohibiting distribution of campaign materials or solicitation of support for candidates, parties, or public questions within that zone.
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Amends P.L.2020, c.72 and takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Requires at least one drive-up ballot drop box in each county; requires certain information to be posted at ballot drop boxes and locations.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
1/13/2026