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A 912

Prohibits information from Statewide voter registration system from being published on Internet.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Verlina Reynolds-Jackson and 2 co-sponsors

New Jersey bill prohibits publishing statewide voter registration data online, restricting internet access to voter information previously considered public record.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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Bill Summary · A 912

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 912 prohibits the publication of information from New Jersey's Statewide voter registration system on the internet. This restricts public access to voter registration data that might otherwise be available online through state databases or third-party platforms.

Why is this important

Voter registration data has traditionally been considered public record in most states, accessible for legitimate purposes like campaign organization, academic research, and election integrity monitoring. This bill represents a significant shift toward data privacy by preventing internet-based access, which could affect transparency efforts, voter verification processes, and civic engagement activities that rely on such information.

Potential points of contention

  • Public records vs. privacy balance: Tension between maintaining transparent government and protecting voter information from misuse, data aggregation, or targeted harassment
  • Practical enforcement: Unclear how restrictions would prevent data sharing through other means (FOIA requests, authorized third parties, physical records) while only targeting internet publication
  • Election administration impact: Potential complications for election officials, campaigns, and poll workers who may need voter registration data for legitimate purposes, even if internet access is restricted

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

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