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NJ A3286
NJ A3286Requires employers to provide paid leave to employees to vote in 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
This bill requires an employer to provide two hours of paid leave annually to each employee working for the employer in the State for the purpose of voting at a general election in the State. Specifically, an employer is required to offer paid time off, which is fully paid, and may be used at the beginning or the end of an employee's work shift on the day of a general election in the State. Under the bill, an employee is required to notify an employer of the necessity for leave to vote two business days in advance of a general election in the State, and an employer is required to provide notice to employees of the employees' rights and obligations under this bill at least ten days prior to a general election in the State. The bill does not apply to: (1) an employee performing service in the construction industry that is under contract pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement; (2) a per diem health care employee; or (3) a public employee who is provided with leave for voting with full pay or a paid holiday on the day of a general election in the State pursuant to any other law, rule, or regulation of this State.
AI Summary
This bill requires employers in the State to provide employees with two hours of paid leave annually to vote in a general election, which can be taken at the beginning or end of their shift. Employees must give their employer two business days' notice if they need this leave, and employers must post a notice about these rights at least ten days before the election. This provision does not apply to certain construction industry employees covered by collective bargaining agreements, per diem healthcare workers, or public employees who already receive paid voting leave or a paid holiday under other laws. The paid leave must be at the employee's regular rate of pay and benefits, but no less than the state's minimum wage. Violations of this bill will be treated as violations of the New Jersey State Wage and Hour Law, carrying similar penalties and remedies.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Labor Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A3286 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A3500/3286_I1.HTM |
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