New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 5489: Eliminates automatic voter registration, restores "opt-in" voter registration process, and requires proof of citizenship for voter registration at MVC.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 5489 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on September 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Eliminates automatic voter registration, restores "opt-in" voter registration process, and requires proof of citizenship for voter registration at MVC. Primary sponsor: Azzariti Jr., John V., M.D., Dawn Fantasia (Republican), Chris DePhillips (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (September 14, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azzariti Jr., John V., M.D. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Dawn Fantasia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 24 |
| Chris DePhillips | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Don Guardian | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 2 |
| Greg Myhre | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 9 |
“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