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NJ S3999

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Angela Mcknight

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Landlords and third-party screening vendors are prohibited from requiring, requesting, or conditioning approval on photo identification for residential rental applications in New Jersey
  • The prohibition applies to rental units with terms of at least one month, excluding owner-occupied buildings with three or fewer units and hotels/motels
  • Violations constitute unlawful practices under the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act, subjecting violators to all CFA remedies and penalties
  • Applicants may bring a separate civil action to recover $1,000 per offense plus reasonable attorney's fees and expenses
  • The law takes effect on the first day of the fourth month following enactment

Legislative Description

Prohibits photo identification requirement for residential rental application.

Community and Urban Affairs

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee

3/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Community and Urban Affairs3/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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