The New Jersey COVID-19 Related Business Immunity Act establishes legal immunity for businesses against civil liability claims related to COVID-19 exposure on their premises or during activities they manage. This immunity is designed to protect employers, which include various forms of business entities and organized groups, from lawsuits arising from individuals who may claim to have been exposed to the virus while on the business's property. The immunity provided by this act is in addition to any existing protections under state or federal law.

However, the immunity does not extend to cases of willful misconduct, reckless infliction of harm, or intentional infliction of harm. This limitation ensures that businesses cannot evade responsibility for egregious actions that may lead to COVID-19 exposure. The sponsors of the bill argue that this measure will help restore economic stability by alleviating the fear of costly legal actions against businesses, thereby encouraging their operation and patronage during the ongoing pandemic. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.