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NJ S951
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jon Bramnick
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AI Summary
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Ballot questions asking voters to approve new State bond issues must include the total outstanding debt amount for New Jersey, its agencies, and any entities whose debt is funded through annual State appropriations.
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The debt disclosure requirement applies to all debts and liabilities where the State has pledged annual appropriations to pay interest and principal.
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Outstanding debt figures must be current as of June 30 of the year before the election when the bond question appears on the ballot.
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The bill amends R.S.19:3-6, which governs how public questions are presented on ballots in simple, understandable language.
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Takes effect immediately and applies to ballot questions at any general election held at least 70 days after enactment.
Legislative Description
Requires ballot question on approval of State bond issue to disclose total amount of debt of State or other entity, debt service on which is funded through annual State appropriation.
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