S.1719

Revises penalty provision of law concerning prohibition of certain unsolicited text messages.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S1719 revises penalties for violations of the law prohibiting unsolicited text messages.

New Jersey S1719 revises the penalty provision for violations of the law prohibiting certain unsolicited text messages. The bill establishes a two-tiered penalty structure: a civil penalty of up to $500 for a first offense and up to $1,000 for a second offense. A third violation and any subsequent violations are considered unlawful practices under the consumer fraud act, with penalties of up to $10,000 for a first offense and up to $20,000 for any subsequent offense.

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Where it stands

Current
Commerce Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee