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A 5907

Prohibits sharing automated license plate reader information for interstate investigation concerning reproductive health care services that are legal in NJ.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mitchelle Drulis and 2 co-sponsors

New Jersey prohibits sharing license plate reader data across state lines in investigations of reproductive health services legal in New Jersey, protecting residents from out-of-state prosecution.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
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Bill Summary · A 5907

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 5907 prohibits law enforcement from sharing automated license plate reader (ALPR) data across state lines when the investigation involves reproductive health care services that are legal in New Jersey. The bill creates a carve-out protecting residents who access lawful reproductive services from having their location data shared with out-of-state authorities.

Why is this important

This bill addresses a real gap created by conflicting state laws on abortion and reproductive health. Since some states criminalize reproductive services legal in New Jersey, residents could theoretically be prosecuted in other states based on location data collected here. The bill protects New Jersey residents' ability to access lawful medical care without interstate law enforcement surveillance.

Potential points of contention

  • Law enforcement cooperation concerns: Police groups may argue that restricting interstate data-sharing hampers legitimate multistate criminal investigations, even those tangentially involving reproductive health matters.
  • Definitional ambiguity: The bill requires clarity on what qualifies as "reproductive health care services" and how investigators distinguish lawful services from unlawful activity in borderline cases.
  • Practical enforcement gaps: ALPR data is often shared automatically through databases; implementation may prove technically difficult and create compliance challenges for law enforcement agencies.

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

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