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NJ SCR23

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Robert Singer

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes amending Article II, Section I of the New Jersey Constitution by adding two new paragraphs (8 and 9) regarding voting rights
  • Establishes a constitutional right for registered voters to cast ballots in person at their designated polling place on election day
  • Requires voters to submit a written request before receiving a mail-in ballot, prohibiting automatic distribution of mail-in ballots to all voters
  • Prevents the Legislature or Governor from limiting in-person voting or mandating automatic mail-in ballot distribution through laws or executive orders
  • If approved by the Legislature, the amendment would appear on a future general election ballot for voter approval

Legislative Description

Proposes constitutional amendment to provide registered voters with right to cast ballot in person at polling place on election day; requires mail-in ballot request before voter receives mail-in ballot.

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

No bill text available