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NJ S3829

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Linda Greenstein

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Subscribers experiencing more than three service outages within any 30-day period may terminate their contract without early termination, cancellation, or other fees
  • Providers must refund all activation and setup fees paid by subscribers who qualify due to repeated outages
  • Providers must reimburse subscribers for early termination fees paid to their previous provider when switching, upon submission of payment documentation
  • Telecommunications providers must maintain records of all reported service outages and notify subscribers when they become eligible for these protections
  • Applies to cable television, landline telephone, and internet access services (excludes wireless); violations constitute unlawful practices under New Jersey consumer protection law

Legislative Description

Provides consumer protections under certain telecommunications service provider contracts.

Commerce

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce3/10/2026

Full Bill Text

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