This bill would prohibit social media platforms from promoting content related to eating disorders - such as diet products, extreme weight loss practices, or harmful eating behaviors - to users under 18. Platforms must conduct quarterly internal audits and annual independent audits to ensure their algorithms or features don’t contribute to eating disorders in children, and fix any issues within 30 days if identified. Small platforms with less than $100 million in annual revenue are exempt from the audit requirements. The bill does not hold platforms liable for user-generated content unless the platform paid to promote it (e.g., via advertisements).
This New Jersey bill (A 3339) revises disclosure rules for security breaches involving personal information. It requires businesses and public entities handling New Jersey residents' data to notify affected customers within five business days of discovering a breach - unless law enforcement needs a delay or further investigation is needed. The bill clarifies that businesses may skip notification only after a proper investigation and consultation with law enforcement, and specifies acceptable notification methods (written, electronic, or substitute notice for large-scale breaches). It also mandates notifying national credit bureaus if over 1,000 people are affected. The law directly affects any company or government entity maintaining computerized personal records in New Jersey.
This bill clarifies that applications to add wireless equipment (such as cell antennas) to existing structures must be reviewed and approved by a municipal administrative officer, not by a planning board or land use committee. It sets a 30-day deadline for the administrative officer to act on collocation applications, with automatic approval if the deadline passes. The approved zoning permit for collocation then satisfies requirements for all other permits, like building or electrical, eliminating redundant reviews. This applies to all New Jersey municipalities and primarily affects wireless companies seeking to expand their infrastructure.
This New Jersey bill (A 3929) prohibits businesses from using facial recognition or biometric surveillance systems on customers at their physical locations, except when providing clear notice (like a visible sign) and using the system for a lawful purpose. Businesses must explain decisions to deny access or remove customers based on biometric data, and cannot sell or profit from collected biometric information. Violations carry fines up to $20,000 per offense, with a 30-day window to correct first violations without penalty. The law directly affects businesses operating physical premises and their customers in New Jersey.
This bill amends New Jersey's Open Public Records Act (OPRA) to require public agencies to redact email addresses from records released to the public. It directly affects anyone requesting government records, as email addresses will now be treated as confidential information - similar to social security numbers or driver's license details. The key provision adds "e-mail address" explicitly to the list of data that must be removed from public records under OPRA. This change applies to all public records maintained by state and local government entities. The bill does not alter other confidentiality rules or create new exemptions beyond email addresses.
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This bill prohibits New Jersey's Secretary of State from approving voting machines or systems if the vendor is a foreign company, a domestic company that exports voting technology overseas, has major non-citizen shareholders, or has board members serving on competing companies' boards. It requires all approved vendors to be U.S.-based and mandates thorough vendor vetting for all new contracts, plus annual compliance reviews before primary elections. Existing contracts approved before the bill's effective date remain valid until expiration, after which the new rules apply prospectively. The bill directly affects voting machine vendors seeking state approval, focusing on ownership structure and technology control to ensure domestic vendor accountability.
This bill requires age-restricted communities (like senior housing developments complying with federal fair housing rules) to offer accessible remote options for board meetings. Associations must provide at least one reasonable method - such as group virtual access in a dedicated space - not limited to personal devices. It excludes non-voting sessions but mandates inclusive participation for binding decisions. The Commissioner of Community Affairs will create implementing rules within four months of the bill's enactment.
This New Jersey bill (A 1358) requires social media platforms to conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments before launching features likely to be accessed by children under 18. It mandates platforms to set high-default privacy settings, document risks to children, and provide clear, age-appropriate privacy information. The law also establishes a New Jersey Children’s Data Protection Commission to oversee compliance. Social media companies operating in New Jersey must implement these measures for any child-accessible features, including tools for children or parents to report concerns.
This bill requires state-level public bodies (like agencies, boards, and commissions serving statewide interests) to offer remote participation options for all public meetings. It mandates that these bodies provide electronic means (such as video conferencing) for the public to join meetings online, making it easier for residents to participate without traveling. The requirement does not apply to local government bodies or entities focused solely on local/regional issues. The bill would take effect 30 days after enactment.
This bill exempts specific entities and data types from New Jersey's personal data notification and disclosure requirements under P.L.2023, c.266. It applies to healthcare providers (covered by HIPAA), financial institutions (under Gramm-Leach-Bliley), insurance entities, state agencies, consumer reporting agencies (under FCRA), research organizations (using federal human subjects protections), and other federally regulated entities. The key mechanism removes the need for these entities to comply with NJ's data disclosure rules when handling information already governed by federal laws. The bill was withdrawn in 2026 after becoming redundant due to another enacted law (P.L.2025, c.367).
