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NJ S1499
NJ S1499Establishes "Transparency in Prosecutorial Communication Act"; requires AG to release updated press releases regarding investigations in certain circumstances.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill establishes the "Transparency in Prosecutorial Communication Act" and requires the Attorney General to release updated press releases regarding investigations in certain circumstances. Under the provisions of this bill, in every case where the Attorney General published on its website a press release of information concerning the opening of an investigation, the Attorney General is also required to publish on its website an updated press release of information at the conclusion of the investigation containing the outcome of the investigation. According to the sponsor, as the public does not have access to investigative files, press releases are often the only way for the public to obtain information regarding an investigation. Therefore, if an updated press release is never issued, the public would not have access to any information regarding the outcome of the investigation.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Transparency in Prosecutorial Communication Act," mandates that the Attorney General's office must release updated press releases on its website when an investigation concludes, provided that an initial press release was issued when the investigation began. This aims to ensure the public, who generally cannot access investigative files, is informed about the outcome of investigations that were publicly announced, as press releases are often the primary source of information for the public.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1499 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1500/1499_I1.HTM |
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