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A 501

Repeals the "Agreement Among the States to Elect the President by National Popular Vote."

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Bob Auth and 5 co-sponsors

New Jersey would withdraw from the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, reversing its commitment to award electoral votes to the national popular vote winner.

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee
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Bill Summary · A 501

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 501 would repeal New Jersey's participation in the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact (NPVIC), an agreement among multiple states to award their electoral votes to the winner of the national popular vote once states representing 270 electoral votes join the compact. New Jersey entered this compact in 2008, and currently 209 electoral votes from 15 states and Washington D.C. are committed to it.

Why is this important

This represents a fundamental shift in how New Jersey would allocate its electoral votes in presidential elections. If passed, it would reduce the NPVIC's progress toward activation and signal potential weakening of the compact's viability, while also reflecting ongoing national debate about whether the Electoral College or national popular vote better serves democratic representation.

Potential points of contention

  • Electoral College vs. Popular Vote Philosophy: Supporters of the repeal may believe the Electoral College protects federalism and smaller states' interests, while opponents argue the popular vote is more democratic and representative of majority preference.
  • Interstate Compact Stability: A state withdrawing from a signed compact raises questions about the reliability and enforceability of interstate agreements, which could affect other multi-state compacts.
  • Partisan Implications: Electoral vote allocation methods often favor different parties; repealing the compact could be viewed as advantaging Republicans in purple states, while supporters frame it as principle-based election reform.

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

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