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NJ S1941

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Holly Schepisi

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires public records custodians to redact all personal identifying information of individuals under age 18 before releasing government records to the public
  • Excludes personal identifying information of minors from the definition of "government record" under New Jersey's public records law
  • Prohibits disclosure of names of persons under 18 in personnel and pension records that would otherwise be publicly accessible
  • Maintains exceptions allowing disclosure of minor's information to government agencies, courts, law enforcement, parties enforcing court-ordered child support, and the NJ Motor Vehicle Commission for driver information
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Exempts personal identifying information of minor from disclosure in public record; requires information to be redacted.

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

Committee Referrals

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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