Loading chat...
NJ SCR23
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Robert Singer
Click for details
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