NJ S1674

Prohibits contracts between publishers and New Jersey public libraries for e-books and digital audiobooks from restricting customary library operations, including interlibrary loans, making preservation copies, and employing technological protection measures

Bans contract provisions that limit lending functions, such as restricting loan periods, capping the number of times materials can be loaned, or requiring libraries to pay more than the public retail price for the same item

Prevents publishers from requiring cost-per-circulation fees unless substantially lower than outright purchase, and prohibits restrictions on virtual story times where libraries recite text or display artwork to patrons

Forbids non-disclosure clauses that prevent libraries from sharing contract terms with other libraries, the Legislature, or the Attorney General

Violations constitute unfair competition and deceptive practices under New Jersey consumer fraud law, with contracts containing prohibited provisions deemed unconscionable and unenforceable