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NJ S3507
NJ S3507Requires ELEC to establish and operate hotline for reporting of certain election law violations.
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Introduced
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires the Election Law Enforcement Commission (ELEC) to establish and operate, at all times, a toll-free telephone hotline for the reporting of campaign finance violations, election related crimes, and other violations of the State's election laws. ELEC will be required to review each report made and will be authorized to refer their findings to the Office of the Attorney General, county prosecutors, or other law enforcement as necessary and appropriate.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that the Election Law Enforcement Commission (ELEC), a state agency responsible for overseeing election laws, must create and continuously operate a toll-free telephone hotline. This hotline will serve as a channel for the public to report various election-related offenses, including violations of campaign finance laws as defined by "The New Jersey Campaign Contributions and Expenditures Reporting Act," election crimes detailed in chapter 34 of Title 19 of the Revised Statutes, and any other breaches of Title 19 of the Revised Statutes or its associated regulations. After receiving a report, ELEC is required to examine the information and has the authority to forward its findings to the Office of the Attorney General, local county prosecutors, or other relevant law enforcement bodies for further investigation and potential action. The bill will become effective 60 days after it is officially signed into law.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S3507 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S4000/3507_I1.HTM |
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