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NJ S 3997

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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.

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
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Sponsors

  • McKnight, Angela V.primary

Committees

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Action timeline

  1. 2026-03-19

    Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee

    introduction,referral-committee

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Related bills

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