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NJ A2793
NJ A2793Requires any individual seeking elective public office to disclose when filing petition of nomination whether he or she has been convicted of a criminal offense.
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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
The purpose of this bill is to require any individual seeking elective public office in this State to disclose at the time of filing a petition of nomination whether he or she has been convicted of a criminal offense. Specifically, the bill requires that each petition of nomination must include a statement signed by the candidate that he or she has either not been convicted of a criminal offense in this State or any other state or involving the government of the United States or any other country, or that the candidate has been so convicted. In that case, the candidate must disclose on the statement the details of the offense, including the type or degree of offense, the individual or entity it involved, the date it occurred, the date of conviction for the offense and the time served, the fine paid or both, if applicable. Such a candidate may, as an alternative, provide with the statement a copy of an official document that provides such information. If the candidate has been convicted of more than one criminal offense, such information about each such offense must be provided.
AI Summary
This bill requires any individual seeking elective public office to disclose on their petition of nomination whether they have been convicted of a criminal offense. A petition of nomination is a document submitted by a candidate to get their name on the ballot for an election. Under this bill, candidates must sign a statement affirming either that they have no criminal convictions in this state, any other state, or involving the U.S. government or any other country, or that they have been convicted. If convicted, the candidate must provide details of each offense, including the type, the involved party, the date of the offense and conviction, and any penalties served or paid, or alternatively, submit an official document with this information. This requirement applies to all candidates listed on a petition of nomination, with a separate statement needed for each. The law will take effect on January 1st following its enactment.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
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 |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2793 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A3000/2793_I1.HTM |
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