New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 4838: Requires citizenship verification to register to vote in New Jersey elections; directs county commissioners of registration to audit registered voters for purposes of verifying citizenship.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 4838 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on October 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires citizenship verification to register to vote in New Jersey elections; directs county commissioners of registration to audit registered voters for purposes of verifying citizenship. Primary sponsor: Latham Tiver (Republican). Most recent recorded action (October 19, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latham Tiver | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 8 |
“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 in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee