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NJ S3792
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Teresa Ruiz
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AI Summary
- Adds "immigration status" and "citizenship status" as protected categories under New Jersey's Law Against Discrimination (N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq.)
- Defines "citizenship status" as an individual's status as a citizen or national of the United States or another country
- Defines "immigration status" to include categories such as naturalized citizen, permanent resident, asylee, refugee, work authorization holder, or undocumented individual
- Preserves existing federal law exceptions allowing legitimate distinctions between citizens, non-citizens, and immigrants when required by federal law or necessary to promote the national interest
- Extends protections to employment, housing, public accommodations, and other areas already covered by the Law Against Discrimination
Legislative Description
Enhances protections under Law Against Discrimination for immigrants and persons who are not United States citizens.
Judiciary
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
3/5/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary3/5/2026
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