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NJ A2475
NJ A2475Requires MVC to utilize legal name including roman numerals on certain documents issued by MVC.
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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 the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (commission) to permit an individual whose legal name includes a roman numeral to have the individual's legal name, including the roman numeral, displayed on the individual's standard basic driver's license; standard motorcycle license; standard special learner's permit; standard examination permit; standard probationary driver's license; standard identification card; REAL ID basic driver's license; REAL ID motorcycle license; REAL ID probationary driver's license; REAL ID identification card; or commercial driver license, provided that the individual has provided the commission with the required documentation to obtain such documents. As defined in the bill, "legal name" means the name recorded on a birth certificate unless otherwise changed by marriage, divorce, or order of court.
AI Summary
This bill requires the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to allow individuals to have their legal name, including any Roman numerals, printed on various official documents like driver's licenses, permits, and identification cards. "Legal name" is defined as the name on a birth certificate, unless it has been legally changed through marriage, divorce, or a court order. This change applies to standard and REAL ID versions of these documents, as well as commercial driver licenses, provided the individual submits the necessary documentation to prove their identity, age, and residency, as required by existing MVC regulations.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (8)
Wayne DeAngelo (D)*,
Robert Karabinchak (D)*,
Tennille McCoy (D)*,
Linda Carter (D),
Bill Moen (D),
Shanique Speight (D),
Sterley Stanley (D),
Michael Venezia (D),
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities 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/A2475 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2500/2475_I1.HTM |
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