A5460

New Jersey bill A5460 prohibits legislators from using internet-enabled devices during voting sessions and committee meetings, requiring secure.

The "Practice What We Preach Act" in New Jersey aims to align legislative conduct with school policies on internet-enabled devices. It prohibits legislators from using devices like smartphones and tablets during legislative bell-to-bell periods, which cover the entire duration of voting sessions and committee meetings. The bill mandates the installation of secure lockers outside Assembly and Senate chambers and committee rooms for device storage. Violations are designated as disorderly persons offenses, with additional penalties for repeat offenses.