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NJ S1965
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Holly Schepisi
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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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