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NJ S846
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Robert Singer
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AI Summary
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Creates a voluntary electronic currency system in New Jersey backed by physical gold and silver held in trust, allowing holders to make payments and transfer funds electronically
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Designates the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance as administrator with authority to contract with private vendors, giving preference to New Jersey-based vendors
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Recognizes qualifying gold and silver specie as legal tender for payment of debts under Article I, Section 10 of the U.S. Constitution, requiring coins be marked with weight and purity only
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Allows currency holders to redeem their holdings for either U.S. dollars or physical gold/silver bullion at any time, with assets held outside the State treasury and protected from legislative appropriation
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Takes effect on the first day of the seventh month following enactment, with the Commissioner authorized to establish fees for issuance, maintenance, transfer, and redemption to cover administrative costs
Legislative Description
Establishes gold and silver transactional currency system; designates Commissioner of Banking and Insurance as administrator; provides legal tender status; authorizes fees.
Commerce
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
1/13/2026