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NJ S1290
NJ S1290Prohibits sharing automated license plate reader information for interstate investigation concerning reproductive health care services that are legal in NJ.
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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
This bill prohibits the sharing of automated license plate reader information in furtherance of an interstate investigation concerning reproductive health care services that are legal in New Jersey. Under the bill, a person who operates, manages, or has access to information obtained by an automated license plate reader is prohibited from knowingly sharing, transferring, selling, or permitting access to automated license plate reader information in furtherance of any interstate investigation or proceeding seeking to impose civil or criminal liability on any person for the provision, receipt, or seeking of, or inquiring or responding to an inquiry about, reproductive health care services that are legal in this State. In addition, the bill prohibits any law enforcement agency from sharing automated license plate reader information with any out-of-State law enforcement agency without first obtaining a written declaration from the out-of-State law enforcement agency that the information will not be used in furtherance of any interstate investigation or proceeding regarding reproductive health care services. Under the bill, any person who operates, manages, or has access to information obtained by an automated license plate reader who knowingly shares license plate reader information in furtherance of an interstate investigation concerning reproductive health care services that are legal in this State is liable to a civil penalty of not more than $1,000 for a first offense and not more than $5,000 for a second or subsequent offense. The bill defines "reproductive health care services" as all medical, surgical, counseling, or referral services relating to the human reproductive system, including but not limited to services relating to pregnancy, contraception, or termination of a pregnancy.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the sharing of automated license plate reader (ALPR) information, which is data collected by devices that photograph and scan vehicle license plates, for investigations originating from other states that aim to penalize individuals for receiving or providing reproductive health care services that are legal in New Jersey. Specifically, anyone who operates, manages, or has access to ALPR data cannot knowingly share it to support such out-of-state investigations, and law enforcement agencies must obtain written confirmation from out-of-state agencies that the information will not be used for these purposes. Reproductive health care services are broadly defined to include all services related to the human reproductive system, such as those concerning pregnancy, contraception, or abortion. Violators face civil penalties, with a first offense costing up to $1,000 and subsequent offenses up to $5,000.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1290 |
| Analysis - Statement SLP 2/19/26 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1500/1290_S1.PDF |
| Analysis - Technical Review Of Prefiled Bill | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1500/1290_T1.PDF |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1500/1290_I1.HTM |
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