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NJ A5998

NJ A5998
Requires certain studies and papers produced or commissioned by State entities to be made available electronically.


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Introduced
11/17/2025
In Committee
11/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill requires certain studies and papers produced or commissioned by the State to be made available electronically. The bill provides that all studies or papers produced or commissioned by a State entity that are considered a public record pursuant to the open public records act must be made available electronically and posted on the appropriate State entity website. This bill defines "State entity" as a State department or agency in the Executive Branch of State Government, and any board, commission, corporation, authority, or instrumentality thereof.

AI Summary

This bill requires all studies and papers produced or commissioned by State entities in the Executive Branch that are considered public records under the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) to be made available electronically on the respective State entity's website. The bill defines "State entity" broadly to include not just State departments and agencies, but also any associated boards, commissions, corporations, authorities, or instrumentalities within the Executive Branch of State Government. By mandating electronic publication, the bill aims to increase transparency and public access to government-produced research and documents. The bill will take effect 30 days after its enactment, giving State entities time to prepare and implement the electronic posting requirements.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 11/17/2025)

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