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NJ S1791
NJ S1791Requires Attorney General to establish and maintain domestic extremist organization database.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires the Attorney General, in consultation with the Director of the Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, to establish and maintain, at a publicly accessible location on its Internet website, a searchable database of information concerning domestic extremist organizations operating within or with any known connection to the State. The bill defines a "domestic extremist organization" as a group formed or individuals associated for the purpose of engaging in domestic extremism. "Domestic extremism" is defined as the activity of groups or individuals who commit or plan violent criminal acts motivated by a political or ideological viewpoint. The bill requires the database to include, but not be limited to, the following information concerning each domestic extremist organization: any name or nickname associated with the organization; a description of the organization's purpose and objectives; information concerning membership and recruiting tactics of the organization, including whether the organization is known to recruit current or former members of law enforcement agencies or the military; and any known criminal activities of the group.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Attorney General, working with the Director of the Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, to create and keep up a publicly available, searchable online database of information about domestic extremist organizations that operate in or have ties to the state. A "domestic extremist organization" is defined as a group or individuals who come together to engage in "domestic extremism," which means committing or planning violent criminal acts driven by political or ideological beliefs. The database will include details such as the organization's names, its goals, how it recruits members (including if it targets current or former law enforcement or military personnel), and any known criminal activities.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Law and Public Safety Hearing (10:00:00 2/13/2025 Committee Room 4, 1st Floor, State House Annex, Trenton, NJ) (on 02/13/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S1791 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2000/1791_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S2000/1791_I1.HTM |
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