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NJ S2331
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
John McKeon
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AI Summary
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Amends New Jersey law (P.L.2001, c.39) to create an exception to the existing immunity that protects casinos and simulcast facilities from lawsuits by self-excluded gamblers
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Allows self-excluded persons to bring civil lawsuits against casinos, simulcast facilities, and their employees for harm caused by "reckless indifference or intentional misconduct"
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Maintains existing immunity for casinos when they negligently fail to exclude self-excluded persons or accidentally permit them to gamble, limiting liability only to egregious conduct
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New Jersey's Casino Self-Exclusion Program, established in 2001 and expanded to internet gaming in 2013, allows individuals to voluntarily ban themselves from all Atlantic City casinos and online gambling
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Pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 legislative session, sponsored by Senator John F. McKeon (District 27, Essex and Passaic) with co-sponsorship from Senator Cryan
Legislative Description
Permits civil liability against casinos and simulcast facilities for reckless indifference or intentional misconduct toward persons self-excluded from gaming activities.
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