A2650

Prohibits candidates and elected public officials charged with crimes from using campaign contributions for their legal defense.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A2650 prohibits candidates and elected officials from using campaign contributions for legal defense against criminal charges.

New Jersey A2650 amends existing law to clarify that campaign contributions cannot be used for legal defense expenses by candidates or elected officials facing criminal charges. This includes charges under New Jersey law or other jurisdictions. The bill specifies that contributions must only be used for campaign expenses, overhead, administrative costs, or other allowable purposes. The changes apply to all persons serving in elective public office.

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Where it stands

Current
State and Local Government Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee