New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 5573: Requires new and existing registered voters to provide proof of United States citizenship in order to vote in State and local elections.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 5573 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on October 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires new and existing registered voters to provide proof of United States citizenship in order to vote in State and local elections. Primary sponsor: Dawn Fantasia (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (October 5, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawn Fantasia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 24 |
| Greg Myhre | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 9 |
| 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