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NJ S1989

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Holly Schepisi

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the statute of limitations for campaign finance violations from two years to four years for enforcement actions brought by the Election Law Enforcement Commission (ELEC)
  • Changes the calculation of the limitations period from the date the violation occurred to the date of the election for which the violation occurred
  • Applies the new four-year statute of limitations only to violations occurring after the bill's enactment, removing the retroactive application of the previous law
  • Implements a recommendation made by ELEC in its 2023 annual report
  • Amends P.L.2023, c.30 (C.19:44A-6a) and takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Extends statute of limitations for campaign finance violations.

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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