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NJ S2412
NJ S2412Permits police officers to travel to and from and remain within police station located within 100 feet of polling place; permits Class Three special law enforcement officers to be assigned to certain polling places.
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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
Under current law, the presence of police officers at polling places during the conduct of an election and at ballot drop box locations in use during the conduct of an election is limited. This bill provides that nothing in the current law is to prevent a police officer or law enforcement officer from traveling to and from, or remaining within, a police station in their official capacity for employment related activities if that police station is within 100 feet of a polling place or ballot drop box. This bill also amends current law to permit a district board, superintendent of elections, or a county clerk to request the assignment of a Class Three special law enforcement officer to a polling place located at a public school to maintain order and provide security at the school during the conduct of the election.
AI Summary
This bill modifies existing laws regarding police presence at polling places and ballot drop box locations, and the assignment of special law enforcement officers. Specifically, it clarifies that police officers and law enforcement officers are permitted to travel to and from, and remain within, a police station for official employment-related activities if that station is located within 100 feet of a polling place or a ballot drop box. Additionally, the bill allows for Class Three special law enforcement officers, who are typically retired or part-time officers with limited authority, to be assigned to polling places located at public schools to help maintain order and provide security during elections, upon request from election officials. This aims to enhance security and operational flexibility around election sites.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (7)
Tony Bucco (R)*,
Kristin Corrado (R),
Joe Pennacchio (R),
Vince Polistina (R),
Holly Schepisi (R),
Parker Space (R),
Mike Testa (R),
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S2412 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2500/2412_I1.HTM |
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