New Jersey · 222
A 498
Requires county boards of election to have bipartisan representation when opening and canvassing mail-in ballots; requires secure storage of mail-in ballots; upgrades penalties for certain election-related crimes.
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Summary AI-generated
New Jersey Bill A 498 requires county boards of election to maintain bipartisan representation when opening and canvassing mail-in ballots. The legislation also mandates secure storage for mail-in ballots and upgrades penalties for specific election-related crimes.
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Sponsors + 2 cosponsors
- Al Barlas Republican lead
- Dawn Fantasia Republican lead
- Alex Sauickie Republican
- Gerry Scharfenberger Republican