This bill establishes rules for how employers and public service providers in New Jersey can use artificial intelligence and electronic monitoring tools to make decisions about hiring, firing, and providing services. It specifically defines these technologies, such as systems that analyze data to predict job performance or determine eligibility for public benefits, and sets requirements for their use. The legislation mandates that these systems must be regularly audited by independent experts to ensure they do not discriminate and that workers have access to information about how these tools affect their employment or services. Additionally, the bill clarifies what constitutes biometric data and outlines protections for employees regarding surveillance and data collection practices.
This bill restricts the use of artificial intelligence-generated communications in New Jersey election campaigns by political committees and other groups. It prohibits AI-created political messages from being published within 90 days before an election, requires clear labeling when AI is used in any campaign communication, and bans deceptive AI media that falsely portrays an opposing candidate in a fraudulent or defamatory manner. Violations of these rules would be classified as a fourth-degree crime, punishable by up to 18 months in prison or a fine of up to $10,000. The Election Law Enforcement Commission is authorized to create implementing regulations for the law.
The "Authentic Relationships Act" (A 2710) prohibits artificial intelligence providers in New Jersey from designing, developing, marketing, or distributing AI that simulates romantic or sexual relationships with humans, unless the AI is exclusively for legitimate medical use (e.g., treating social anxiety under a doctor’s supervision). It creates a $25,000 civil penalty per violation for providers who break this rule and allows individuals harmed by deceptive AI to sue for damages, including punitive awards. The law explicitly bans AI that intentionally deceives users into believing they are interacting with a human, aligning with New Jersey’s consumer fraud protections. It directly affects AI developers, tech companies, and users who may encounter such deceptive AI interactions. The bill takes effect 180 days after enactment.
This bill amends New Jersey's child endangerment law to specifically address AI technology that can simulate sexual conduct with children. It makes it a crime (a fourth-degree offense) for anyone who creates, uses, or promotes such AI tools if they cause or allow a child to be subjected to simulated sexual conduct, unless the AI was designed to avoid sexual interactions with children. The law applies to online distribution, sharing, or promotion of these technologies and includes clear definitions to cover digital contexts like file-sharing networks. It directly affects developers, distributors, and users of AI tools capable of generating inappropriate content for children, without criminalizing AI designed to protect children.
New Jersey's A-3989 prohibits landlords from using or purchasing algorithmic software that sets, recommends, or advises on residential rent prices or occupancy rates. It specifically bans tools analyzing non-public competitor data (like actual rent prices or lease details from other landlords) to coordinate pricing, including AI-based systems. The bill exempts aggregated rental reports published by trade associations and tools used for government affordable housing programs. Violations trigger penalties under New Jersey's Antitrust Act, such as fines up to $500 per day per unit or criminal charges, and do not restrict landlords from setting rents based on public data or internal management.
This New Jersey bill (S 3702) restricts AI-generated content in election campaigns. It bans publishing AI-created campaign materials (like ads, social media posts, or phone messages) within 90 days of an election, requires clear labeling of all AI-generated content with "Artificial intelligence was used in creating this message," and prohibits deceptive AI content falsely portraying opponents. The law applies to campaigns, political committees, and individuals funding election communications. Violations are punishable as a fourth-degree crime, carrying up to 18 months in jail or a $10,000 fine.
New Jersey's A 3307 bill requires news media organizations to prohibit using artificial intelligence to replace human journalists and mandates clear labeling of AI-generated content. Specifically, it requires news outlets to prominently label AI content, credit sources, and include disclaimers about potential inaccuracies. Violations - including using AI instead of staff or failing to label content - carry escalating civil penalties ($10,000 for first violations, up to $30,000 for repeat offenses). The bill directly affects all news media entities in New Jersey (including newspapers, TV, radio, and digital platforms) and establishes an oversight committee to study AI impacts, though enforcement falls to the Attorney General. The bill was introduced in January 2026 and remains pending before the Assembly committee.
This bill prohibits anyone developing or deploying an AI system in New Jersey from advertising or claiming the system can act as a licensed mental health professional. It directly affects AI developers and companies that deploy mental health-related AI tools in the state. The law defines "licensed mental health professional" broadly to include all state-licensed practitioners (like therapists, counselors, and psychologists) and specifies that AI systems cannot be marketed as providing such services. Violations would be treated as consumer fraud under state law, potentially resulting in fines up to $20,000 per offense. The bill is currently pending in the Senate Commerce Committee.
S 2129 prohibits knowingly sharing deceptive audio or video (like deepfakes) within 90 days of an election if intended to mislead voters about candidates or election issues. It makes this a crime (4th degree for first offense, 3rd for repeat), with penalties including fines and jail time. The law allows voters or candidates to seek court orders to stop such sharing and recover damages, but includes key exceptions: news reporting, satire, and minor edits with clear disclaimers (e.g., "This contains manipulated images"). Platforms like social media and news outlets are exempt from liability under federal law (Section 230).
