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NJ A1939
NJ A1939Authorizes executor or administrator to take control of online accounts of deceased person.
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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 would allow executors and administrators to access, delete or administer online accounts of deceased persons. The bill is based on legislation enacted in Oklahoma in 2010, and follows similar enactments in other jurisdictions. It is the sponsor's intention to clarify that the executor or administrator is authorized to take necessary or permissible steps, which may include obtaining a court order, to access the contents of a decedent's online accounts.
AI Summary
This bill would grant executors and administrators, who are individuals legally appointed to manage the estate of a deceased person, the authority to access, manage, or close online accounts belonging to that person. This includes accounts on social networking sites, microblogging services (like Twitter), short message services, and email providers. The bill aims to clarify the powers of these estate representatives, allowing them to take necessary actions, which might involve obtaining a court order, to handle the digital assets of the deceased, following similar laws enacted in other states like Oklahoma.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary 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/A1939 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2000/1939_I1.HTM |
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