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NJ A4414
NJ A4414Immunizes employers from civil liability for certain disclosures regarding employees and former employees.
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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
In an effort to create a safer and more efficient workplace, this bill exempts an employer from civil liability when the employer, in good faith, discloses certain information about the employee to a prospective employer, including: 1. the employee's name, title, compensation, period of employment and reason for, or circumstances of, separation of the individual from employment; 2. information regarding the qualifications or job description of the position which the employee holds or held; 3. information regarding the employee's attendance; and 4. information regarding workplace accidents which involved the employee. The immunity also applies if the information is requested or required by a federal, State or industry regulatory authority. Employers who disclose such information shall be presumed to be acting in good faith unless it is shown by clear and convincing evidence that the employer acted with actual malice.
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect employers from lawsuits when they share certain information about current or former employees with prospective employers or regulatory bodies, provided the employer acts in good faith. "Good faith" means the employer believes the information is true and is not intentionally trying to harm the employee. The bill specifies that employers are protected when disclosing details like an employee's name, job title, salary, dates of employment, and the reason for leaving, as well as information about their qualifications, attendance, and any workplace accidents they were involved in. This protection also extends to situations where a federal, state, or industry regulatory authority requests or requires this information. Crucially, employers are presumed to be acting in good faith unless it can be proven with very strong evidence, known as "clear and convincing evidence," that they acted with "actual malice," meaning they intentionally sought to harm the employee.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Labor Committee (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4414 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4500/4414_I1.HTM |
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