A207

Removes provisions for acceptance of mail-in ballots received after election day; increases penalties for violation of ballot messenger and bearer limits and candidate prohibition.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A207 removes mail-in ballot acceptance after election day and increases penalties for ballot messenger and bearer violations.

New Jersey A207 amends election laws by removing provisions that allow mail-in ballots to be accepted after election day. The bill specifies that only ballots received by the county board within 144 hours after polls close and those postmarked by election day will be counted. Additionally, the bill increases penalties for violations of ballot messenger and bearer limits, including candidates acting as messengers or bearers. Those found guilty of such violations face a crime of the second degree and potential disenfranchisement.

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Where it stands

Current
State and Local Government Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee