Prohibits State agency from entering into certain State contracts that limits ability of State agency to install or run certain software.
This bill prohibits New Jersey state agencies from signing software licensing contracts that restrict their choice of hardware. Specifically, it bars contracts for software designed to run on common desktop or server hardware from limiting agencies' ability to install or run that software on their own chosen equipment. The law applies to all state agencies, including departments, boards, and independent authorities covered under state procurement rules. It ensures state agencies maintain full control over hardware decisions for standard software, preventing vendor-imposed restrictions. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 12, 2024
Last action Jan 5, 2026
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Jan 5, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading
lower
Feb 12, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Carol Murphy
DDemocratic
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