NJ S 3997
in committeeAmends statute that criminalizes display of symbols, objects, or graffiti exposing another to threats of violence to specifically include noose, burning cross, or other symbol of hate.
New Jersey · 222 · upper
Quick answers
Did NJ S 3997 pass?
Not yet. NJ S 3997 is in committee as of 2026-03-19 and has not come to a final vote. Latest recorded action (2026-03-19): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
What is NJ S 3997 about?
NJ S 3997 is a bill in the 222 titled “Amends statute that criminalizes display of symbols, objects, or graffiti exposing another to threats of violence to specifically include noose, burning cross, or other symbol of hate.”.
Who sponsors NJ S 3997?
McKnight, Angela V. is the primary sponsor of NJ S 3997.
- Introduced
- 2026-03-19
- Latest action
- 2026-03-19 — Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
- Bill type
- bill
- Last updated
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Sponsors
- McKnight, Angela V.primary
Committees
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Action timeline
2026-03-19
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
introduction,referral-committee
Versions
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Votes
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Related bills
No related bills recorded for this bill.
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