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NJ A1989
NJ A1989Requires employer to disclose information concerning leave eligibility in hiring package.
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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 disclose an applicant's eligibility, or lack thereof, to access and utilize family and disability leave and benefits provided for by State and federal law if the applicant becomes an employee of the employer. The disclosure is required to be in writing. As part of the disclosure, the bill requires the employer to notify the applicant if the applicant will not be eligible for any of the leave or benefits for which disclosure is required under the bill and provide the reason for the ineligibility. Additionally, under the employer is required to provide information to access an informational webpage maintained by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development concerning leave and benefits. An employer that does not provide the required disclosures and notifications under the bill will be subject to a civil penalty of not more than $500 for each violation.
AI Summary
This bill requires employers to provide written information to job applicants about their eligibility for various types of leave and benefits, including family leave under both state and federal law, family temporary disability leave, the New Jersey Security and Financial Empowerment Act (NJ SAFE Act), and temporary disability benefits, at the time an offer of employment is made. If an applicant will not be eligible for any of these, the employer must explain why and also provide instructions on how to access a Department of Labor and Workforce Development webpage with more information on these benefits. Failure to comply with these disclosure requirements can result in a civil penalty of up to $500 for each violation.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Labor Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1989 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2000/1989_I1.HTM |
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