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NJ S2095
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Paul Moriarty
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AI Summary
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Prohibits State officers, employees, legislators, and Governor's office staff from accepting free or discounted tickets to entertainment venues (theaters, stadiums, arenas, racetracks) unless the same discount is available to the general public or broad employee classes.
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Eliminates the previous $250 annual limit on gifts from lobbyists to legislators and Executive Branch staff, replacing it with a complete ban on accepting compensation, gifts, or things of value from lobbyists (with exceptions for de minimis items and family members).
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Imposes a two-year post-employment restriction barring school board members and school district employees from working for, representing, or holding interests in vendors or contractors they were substantially involved with during their public service.
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Extends gift restrictions to immediate family members of legislators, school board members, school district employees, and New Jersey School Boards Association officers.
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Removes the 90-day reimbursement loophole that previously allowed officials to accept gifts from lobbyists if repaid within 90 days.
Legislative Description
"Government Reality Check Act"; prohibits public employers from providing certain benefits to public employees; restricts gifts to public employees; restricts travel by public employees; imposes post-employment restriction on public contracting employees.
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