S.2786

Prohibits State agency from entering into certain State contracts that limit ability of State agency to install or run certain software.

Chamber Passed·5/28/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S2786 prohibits State agencies from entering into contracts that limit their ability to install or run software on their chosen hardware.

New Jersey S2786 aims to ensure that State agencies maintain flexibility in their software usage. The bill prohibits State agencies from entering into contracts that restrict their ability to install or run software on hardware of their choosing. This applies to software applications designed for generally available desktop or server hardware. The provisions of this act take effect immediately.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 23–13 · May 28
Current
Science, Innovation and Technology Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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3
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

23 Yea

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13 Nay

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4 Not Voting

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Calendar

May 21

10:00 AM

Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Hearing

History

May 28

Senate

Passed by the Senate (23-13)

May 28

Assembly

Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee

May 21

Senate

Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading