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NJ S1965

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Holly Schepisi

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits schools and schoolhouses from being selected or used as polling places for any election in New Jersey
  • Amends existing law (R.S.19:8-2 and R.S.19:8-3) to remove schools from the list of preferred polling place locations
  • County boards of elections must instead select public buildings, commercial buildings, or private buildings as polling places
  • Polling places must remain accessible to individuals with disabilities and the elderly, complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Prohibits use of schools as polling places.

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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