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S 2177

Requires AG to report data regarding shootings that did not result in bodily injury.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Angela McKnight and 2 co-sponsors

Mandated New Jersey Attorney General to collect and publicly report data on non-injury shooting incidents to improve gun violence tracking and policy analysis.

Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.365.
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Bill Summary · S 2177

Legislative bill overview

S 2177 would have required New Jersey's Attorney General to collect and report data on shootings that did not result in bodily injury—commonly referred to as "shots fired" incidents or non-injury shooting events. The bill was introduced in January 2026 but was withdrawn after being superseded by Public Law 2025, Chapter 365, which apparently already addressed this requirement.

Why is this important

Comprehensive shooting data, including incidents without injuries, provides a more complete picture of gun violence trends and can inform public safety policy decisions. Currently, many shooting incidents go underreported or untracked in national databases if they don't result in injuries, creating gaps in understanding the full scope of gun-related incidents in a state.

Potential points of contention

  • Data collection burden: Implementing statewide reporting requirements adds administrative costs and obligations to law enforcement agencies
  • Privacy concerns: Detailed shooting incident data could raise questions about information sharing, public access, and individual privacy protections
  • Definitional clarity: Determining what constitutes a reportable shooting incident (accidental discharge, warning shots, range incidents) requires precise statutory language to avoid inconsistencies

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

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