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NJ A1172

NJ A1172
Revises statutory definition of certain waterfront workers.

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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
01/13/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/13/2026

Introduced Session

2026-2027 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill revises the statutory definition of certain waterfront workers consistent with the requirements of federal P.L.92-544. Under federal P.L.92-544, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is authorized to exchange criminal history record information with officials of State and local governments only if authorized by state statute and approved by the Attorney General of the United States. The FBI, with the assistance of the United States Department of Justice, has determined that federal P.L.92-544 requires that state statutes meet certain criteria, which include, among other things, that the statute specifically identify the category of persons required to be fingerprinted for purposes of obtaining criminal history record information. Accordingly, to retain access to the FBI Criminal Justice Information Service, the bill revises certain statutory definitions to more specifically identify the category of persons required to be fingerprinted.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing New Jersey law to more precisely define certain waterfront workers, including "Director," "Officer," "Owner," "Partner," and "Telecommunications system controller," to align with federal requirements under Public Law 92-544. This federal law, Public Law 92-544, allows the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to share criminal history record information with state and local governments only if state statutes specifically identify the categories of individuals who must be fingerprinted for such information. By clarifying these definitions, the bill ensures that New Jersey retains access to the FBI's Criminal Justice Information Service, which is crucial for maintaining security and integrity in waterfront operations. The changes also update the definition of "hiring agent" and "stevedore" to be more inclusive and specific.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.333. (on 01/13/2026)
(3 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1172
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1500/1172_I1.HTM
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