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NJ S1989
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Holly Schepisi
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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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