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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 makes purposely desecrating a military monument a crime of the third degree. As used in the bill, the term "military monument" means any monument that was erected with the intent to honor a current or former member or members of the armed forces or to mark or commemorate a past military action or battle.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to make the act of purposely desecrating a military monument a crime of the third degree, which is a more serious offense than the current disorderly persons offense for desecrating public monuments. The bill defines "military monument" as any monument created to honor members of the armed forces or to commemorate a military event, and "desecrate" as defacing, damaging, or polluting. This change elevates the legal consequence for damaging these specific types of monuments, reflecting a legislative intent to provide greater protection for objects that honor military service and history.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A333 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A0500/333_I1.HTM |
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