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NJ S1141
NJ S1141Permits county clerk to remove voters from vote-by-mail lists under 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
The bill permits the clerk of each county to remove a voter from lists of qualified voters receiving mail-in ballots if the following circumstances apply: (1) the United States Postal Service returned mail of a ballot, sample ballot, or any other official county election mail sent directly to the named voter; (2) the voter has not used a mail-in ballot for any election in a two-year period; or (3) the United States Postal Service National Change of Address System indicates the voter's recipient address has changed or is undeliverable. Prior to removing a voter from the list the county clerk is required to notify the voter in writing and indicate the reasons for the removal and instruct the voter on the necessary steps to continue to vote by mail. If the voter does not respond to the notice within 30 days of mailing, the county clerk would remove that voter from the list of voters receiving mail-in ballots and send that voter a notice of removal along with an application to re-apply to vote by mail.
AI Summary
This bill allows county clerks to remove voters from the permanent mail-in ballot list under specific circumstances, such as when mail sent to the voter is returned by the United States Postal Service, the voter hasn't used a mail-in ballot in two years, or the National Change of Address system indicates an address change or undeliverable mail. Before removing a voter, the county clerk must send a written notice explaining the reasons and how to remain on the list; if the voter doesn't respond within 30 days, they will be removed and sent a notice with an application to re-apply for mail-in voting. This change is intended to update voter lists and ensure mail-in ballots reach eligible voters.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (3)
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 |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1141 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1500/1141_I1.HTM |
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