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Read. Follow. Verify.New Jersey bill requires voter registration audits and proof of citizenship at Motor Vehicle Commission
Last action · June 26, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation CommitteeSponsors: Carmen Amato and 3 others
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What This Bill Would Do
This bill requires the Secretary of State and the of the Motor Vehicle Commission to conduct an initial audit of all voter registrations submitted on or after May 1, 2021, and to perform annual audits thereafter to verify voter eligibility. Additionally, the measure prohibits offering automatic voter registration or updates at the MVC without proof of citizenship.
The measure establishes mandatory recurring audits of voter rolls and introduces documentary proof-of-citizenship requirements for motor-vehicle-based voter registration, directly altering administrative procedures for the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and the Department of State.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission applicants
Applicants must provide proof of citizenship to be offered automatic voter registration or updates at the MVC.
Secretary of State
The Secretary of State is required to conduct audits of voter registrations and contract with an independent certified public accountant.
Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission
The Chief Administrator must perform registration audits, ensure completion 30 days prior to the primary election, and issue reports to the Governor and Legislature.
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Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Jun 26, 2026SenateIntroducedIntroduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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