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S 3922

Establishes Hope Card Program to provide victims of domestic violence with restraining order quick reference wallet card; makes appropriation.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Tony Bucco and 1 co-sponsor

New Jersey bill creates wallet-sized reference cards for domestic violence victims with restraining orders and funds the program implementation.

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
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Bill Summary · S 3922

Legislative bill overview

S 3922 establishes the Hope Card Program in New Jersey, which would create wallet-sized quick reference cards for domestic violence victims that contain key information about their restraining orders. The bill includes a state appropriation to fund the program's creation and distribution.

Why is this important

Domestic violence victims with restraining orders often need quick access to critical details about their protective orders in emergency situations. A wallet card provides portable documentation that could help victims communicate order terms to law enforcement, shelters, or emergency responders without requiring access to full legal documents.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding amount unclear: The bill text references an appropriation but the specific dollar amount is not specified in the summary, raising questions about implementation costs and budgetary impact
  • Privacy and security concerns: Physical cards containing restraining order information could pose safety risks if lost or stolen, potentially exposing victim information to abusers or third parties
  • Practical enforcement questions: It's unclear whether law enforcement would recognize and enforce information from informal wallet cards versus official court documents, potentially limiting the card's utility

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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