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NJ S 4809

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Prohibits defendant from asserting autonomous behavior of artificial intelligence as defense in certain civil actions and criminal prosecutions.

New Jersey · 222

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Did NJ S 4809 pass?

Not yet. NJ S 4809 is in committee and has not come to a final vote. Latest recorded action (2026-10-15): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee

What is NJ S 4809 about?

NJ S 4809 is a bill in the 222 titled “Prohibits defendant from asserting autonomous behavior of artificial intelligence as defense in certain civil actions and criminal prosecutions.”.

Who sponsors NJ S 4809?

Zwicker, Andrew is the primary sponsor of NJ S 4809.

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Latest action
2026-10-15 — Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
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Sponsors

  • Zwicker, Andrewprimary

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  1. 2026-10-15

    Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee

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