Requires Internet websites which deal in electronic dissemination of music or audiovisual works to disclose certain information.
This bill requires websites that distribute music or video content online to clearly display the owner's name, physical address, phone number, and email address in easily accessible sections like "Contact Us" or "About." It directly affects websites that handle third-party music or audiovisual content for New Jersey consumers. Copyright holders can sue violators after giving them 14 days to fix the issue, with courts able to order compliance and award legal fees. Violations are treated as consumer fraud, potentially leading to fines up to $20,000 per offense.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee
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Robert Karabinchak
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