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NJ A4599
Establishes task force to study technology and other methods used to reduce or eliminate telemarketing harassment and intimidation.
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Introduced
09/22/2022
09/22/2022
In Committee
09/22/2022
09/22/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill establishes in the Division of Consumer Affairs in the Department of Law and Public Safety a task force to study technology and other methods used to reduce or eliminate telemarketing harassment and intimidation. The purpose of this task for is to evaluate and make recommendations relating to the cost and feasibility of implementing appropriate technology and other methods to reduce incidents of telemarketing harassment and intimidation of consumers in this State. The task force is to consist of 11 members as follows: 1) the Attorney General, the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs, and the Director of the Division of Rate Counsel, or their designees, who are to serve ex-officio; and 2) eight public members who shall be appointed by the Governor, including a telecommunications technology expert from AT&T Communications of New Jersey, a telecommunications technology expert from Verizon New Jersey, a telecommunications technology expert from Verizon New Jersey with particular expertise in fiber optic technology, a representative from the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), a representative from the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, and three senior citizens who have experienced telemarketing harassment and intimidation. The bill requires the task force is to issue a report to the Governor and to the Legislature, which is to include, but not be limited to, a cost-benefit analysis concerning the implementation of technology and other methods that may be used to reduce telemarketing harassment and intimidation in this State, the various options for financing the cost of implementation, any other information relevant to the subject of the report, and any draft legislation the task force deems appropriate to implement the purposes of this bill.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a task force in the Division of Consumer Affairs to study technology and other methods used to reduce or eliminate telemarketing harassment and intimidation. The task force will evaluate and make recommendations on the cost and feasibility of implementing appropriate technology and other methods to reduce incidents of telemarketing harassment and intimidation of consumers in New Jersey. The task force will consist of 11 members, including state officials and representatives from the telecommunications industry, AARP, and senior citizens who have experienced telemarketing harassment. The task force is required to issue a report to the Governor and Legislature within 180 days of its initial meeting, which will include a cost-benefit analysis, financing options, and any draft legislation to implement the purposes of the bill.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee (on 09/22/2022)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A4599 |
BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A5000/4599_I1.HTM |
Bill | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A5000/4599_I1.PDF |
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