New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 4863: Establishes public awareness campaign concerning federal rules for US Postal Service postmark and its effect on mail-in ballots; directs Secretary of State to evaluate adequacy of mail-in ballot drop box placement and usage; appropriates $100,000.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 4863 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on May 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes public awareness campaign concerning federal rules for US Postal Service postmark and its effect on mail-in ballots; directs Secretary of State to evaluate adequacy of mail-in ballot drop box placement and usage; appropriates $100,000. Primary sponsor: Linda Carter (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (May 4, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linda Carter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Gerry Scharfenberger | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
“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 State and Local Government Committee