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NJ S1689
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Parker Space
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AI Summary
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Requires all New Jersey employers to verify employment eligibility of new hires through the federal E-Verify system within 90 days of the date of hire
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Prohibits employers from intentionally or knowingly employing unauthorized aliens, with the Attorney General or county prosecutors investigating complaints and verifying immigration status through federal databases
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Establishes escalating penalties: $10,000 per unauthorized alien plus 3-year probation for first violation; $20,000 per unauthorized alien plus 5-year probation for second violation; $30,000 per unauthorized alien for third violation
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Creates a rebuttable presumption protecting employers who use E-Verify or comply in good faith with federal employment verification requirements under 8 U.S.C. §1324b
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Requires the Attorney General to maintain a public database on the AG's website of employers found in violation of the act
Legislative Description
"New Jersey Jobs Protection Act"; requires verification of employment.
Labor
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Labor Committee
1/13/2026