A3929

Prohibits use of biometric surveillance system by business entity under certain circumstances.

Chamber Passed·3/23/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A3929 prohibits businesses from using biometric surveillance systems on consumers without clear notice and lawful purpose.

New Jersey A3929 prohibits businesses from using biometric surveillance systems on consumers at their premises unless the business provides clear notice and the system is used for a lawful purpose. The bill also bans businesses from profiting from information obtained through these systems. Violations are considered unlawful practices under the consumer fraud act, with penalties including monetary fines, punitive damages, and treble damages. Businesses must explain their actions and criteria if they use such information to deny or remove a consumer.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Assembly · 56–16 · Mar 23
Current
Law and Public Safety Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

56 Yea

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16 Nay

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8 Not Voting

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Calendar

Mar 19

10:00 AM

Assembly Consumer Affairs Hearing

History

May 4

Senate

Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee

Mar 23

Assembly

Passed by the Assembly (56-16-1)

Mar 19

Assembly

Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading