New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 1405: Codifies United States Supreme Court ruling that in defamation suit, public official must prove defendant had actual malice: knowledge that defendant's statement was false or reckless disregard of whether it was false.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 1405 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Codifies United States Supreme Court ruling that in defamation suit, public official must prove defendant had actual malice: knowledge that defendant's statement was false or reckless disregard of whether it was false. Primary sponsor: Ellen Park (Democratic), Rosy Bagolie (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellen Park | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Rosy Bagolie | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee