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NJ A4849
NJ A4849Requires county clerks to send applications for mail-in ballots to registered voters upon their 18th birthday.
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Introduced
09/23/2024
09/23/2024
In Committee
09/23/2024
09/23/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill directs the county clerk in each county to send an application for a mail-in ballot to each 17-year-old registered voter upon their 18th birthday. Under current law, a person who is at least 17 years of age and will be 18 on the date of the next general election is entitled to register to vote, provided they meet all other voter registration requirements.
AI Summary
This bill requires county clerks to send applications for mail-in ballots to registered voters upon their 18th birthday. Under current law, individuals who are at least 17 years old and will turn 18 by the next general election are eligible to register to vote. This bill directs county clerks to automatically send mail-in ballot applications to these newly registered 18-year-olds, and the state will reimburse counties for any additional costs associated with implementing this requirement.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 09/23/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A4849 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A5000/4849_I1.HTM |
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