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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires law enforcement officers to have updated photograph.
AI Summary
This bill requires law enforcement officers to have a digital photograph, defined as a certified color image of their face that can be electronically verified and authenticated, taken every three years instead of every ten years. This updated photograph must be kept in the officer's personnel file and, if applicable, on their identification card. The bill also mandates that the Attorney General, in consultation with the Superintendent of State Police, will create guidelines to implement these changes, which will become effective immediately upon passage.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S2789 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3000/2789_R1.HTM |
| Analysis - Statement SLP 2/19/26 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3000/2789_S1.PDF |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3000/2789_I1.HTM |
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