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NJ S1262

NJ S1262
Permits government records custodians to redact certain personal information.

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Introduced
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill permits a records custodian to redact any information which discloses the mailing address, home address, whether a primary or secondary residence, phone number, email address, or any medical, financial, or personal information of a citizen. This bill would prevent potential malicious use of such personal information and would protect the privacy of an individual when an open public records act request is fulfilled. This bill codifies the decision of Burnett v. County of Bergen, by protecting information for which there is a reasonable expectation of privacy. Email addresses and phone numbers are a necessity for daily life and the collection of such information by a government agency has legitimate uses including for emergency alert systems. The ability to gain access to many email addresses and other personal information opens up the residents of New Jersey to unwanted solicitations or harassing communications and creates opportunities for attempted cybercrime.

AI Summary

This bill permits government records custodians to redact certain personal information, such as mailing addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, and medical, financial, or personal details, from public records requests. This is intended to protect the privacy and security of individuals and prevent potential misuse of their personal information, such as harassment, unwanted solicitation, identity theft, or other criminal acts. The bill codifies the decision in the Burnett v. County of Bergen case, which recognized a reasonable expectation of privacy for certain personal information. The ability to redact this information balances the public's right to access government records with the need to safeguard personal information entrusted to government agencies.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 01/09/2024)
(3 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S1262
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S1500/1262_I1.HTM
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