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NJ S3612

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Cryan

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits business entities from using personalized algorithmic pricing, surveillance pricing, or any pricing strategy that sets or varies prices based on a consumer's personal data, biometric data, genetic information, or protected class data

  • Defines "surveillance pricing" as customized pricing based on data collected through electronic surveillance including sensors, cameras, device tracking, and biometric monitoring

  • Violations constitute unlawful practice under New Jersey's consumer fraud act, punishable by up to $10,000 for first offense and $20,000 for subsequent offenses, plus potential cease and desist orders, punitive damages, and treble damages

  • Exempts discounts, promotional prices, and loyalty program benefits from the prohibition

  • Takes effect on the first day of the seventh month following enactment, with the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs authorized to adopt implementing regulations

Legislative Description

Prohibits business entities from using consumer's personal data to set prices for merchandise or services.

Budget and Appropriations

Last Action

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Budget and Appropriations3/16/2026
Commerce2/19/2026

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