Bill > A5875

This bill expands "Daniel's Law" to prohibit the disclosure of personal information for members of the New Jersey Legislature, similar to existing protections for judicial officers, law enforcement officers, and child protective investigators. Currently, Daniel's Law prevents the public disclosure of home addresses and unlisted phone numbers for specific public safety professionals, and this bill adds state legislators to that protected group. The legislation allows authorized persons (such as the legislator themselves or a family member) to request the redaction of their home address from public records through a secure portal in the Office of Information Privacy. If a person or organization knowingly discloses a protected home address, they could face criminal prosecution and civil penalties, including fines of at least $1,000 per violation and potential punitive damages. The bill was prompted by a violent attack against two Minnesota state lawmakers in June 2025, reflecting growing concerns about the personal safety of elected officials. By expanding Daniel's Law, the bill aims to enhance the security of New Jersey legislators and their families by preventing the unauthorized sharing of their private residential information, which could potentially expose them to harassment or physical harm.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5875