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Bill > A1288
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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, county clerks are required to label each position on a primary election ballot with a number and letter, such as "1A", corresponding to the line of the ballot where candidate names are placed. This bill would allow, rather than require, each county clerk to determine whether or not they want to use such labels on primary election ballots in their respective counties.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to make the labeling of candidate ballot positions on primary election ballots discretionary rather than mandatory for county clerks. Previously, county clerks were required to label each candidate's position with a number and letter, such as "1A," to indicate their placement on the ballot. Now, county clerks will have the option to decide whether or not to include these labels in their respective counties, providing them with more flexibility in ballot design.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government 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/A1288 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1500/1288_I1.HTM |
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