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NJ S585

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

James Beach

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows registered voters to cast ballots at any polling place within their municipality on election day, rather than being restricted to their assigned district polling location
  • Directs the Secretary of State, county clerks, and boards of elections to develop uniform guidelines for implementing municipality-wide voting using electronic poll books
  • Permits county boards of elections to optionally establish designated county-wide polling places where any county resident can vote
  • Requires sample ballots to include a website listing all polling places where voters may cast their ballot under the new system
  • Gives county boards of elections discretion to determine the number of district board members needed at each polling place under the new process

Legislative Description

Establishes "The Voter Convenience Act" to allow voters to vote at any polling place in their municipality on election day.

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

Committee Referrals

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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