S.1292

Establishes State definition of anti-Semitism; creates a public awareness campaign; appropriates $100,000.

Introduced·1/9/24

New Jersey S1292 establishes a state definition of anti-Semitism and funds a public awareness campaign to combat bias crimes.

New Jersey S1292 adopts the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition of anti-Semitism, including contemporary examples. The bill aims to provide a uniform standard for identifying and addressing anti-Semitic acts in the state. It also mandates that state officials consider this definition when reviewing or investigating discriminatory acts. Additionally, the bill allocates $100,000 to the Office of the Attorney General for a public awareness campaign to promote bias crime reporting.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee: Reported with Amendments

4 Yea

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1 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 20, 2024

9:00 AM

Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Hearing

Jun 17, 2024

9:00 AM

Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Hearing

History

Jun 20, 2024

Senate

Reported from Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading

Mar 4, 2024

Senate

Transferred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

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