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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 provides that a person who is at least 16 years of age would be entitled to register to vote if that person is: a) a citizen of the United States; and b) a resident of this State who has met all the requirements as to length of residence to qualify as a legal voter. Each such registrant would be permitted to vote in an election held on or after his or her 18th birthday, provided that the registrant has not otherwise been disqualified from voting. Each registrant who has not attained 18 years of age would be designated in the Statewide voter registration system as temporarily ineligible to vote until the registrant's 18th birthday.
AI Summary
This bill permits 16-year-olds to register to vote in New Jersey, provided they are U.S. citizens and have met the state's residency requirements. Registered 16-year-olds would be allowed to vote in elections held on or after their 18th birthday, as long as they have not been disqualified from voting. The bill also requires 16-year-old registrants to be designated as temporarily ineligible to vote until they turn 18.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A1176 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A1500/1176_I1.HTM |
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