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NJ A3610
NJ A3610Prohibits State agency from entering into certain State contracts that limits ability of State agency to install or run certain software.
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Introduced
02/12/2024
02/12/2024
In Committee
01/05/2026
01/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides that if a State agency enters into a State contract for the licensing of software applications designed to run on generally available desktop or server hardware, the software cannot limit the ability of the State agency to install or run the software on the hardware of the State agency's choosing.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits state agencies in New Jersey from entering into contracts for software applications that limit the agency's ability to install or run the software on hardware of their choosing. The bill defines "state agency" as any principal department or other instrumentality within the state government, and "state contract" as any contract paid for with state funds. The purpose of the bill is to ensure state agencies have flexibility in choosing the hardware they use for state-licensed software.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading (on 01/05/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A3610 |
| Analysis - Statement ASL 1/5/26 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A4000/3610_S1.PDF |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A4000/3610_I1.HTM |
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