This bill mandates the Attorney General of New Jersey to establish a Statewide sexual assault forensic evidence kit tracking system, commonly known as a rape kit tracking system. The Attorney General is responsible for issuing guidelines or directives to implement this system, which is defined as an Internet-based platform that enables various stakeholders—including victims, law enforcement officers, and healthcare facility employees—to track the status of sexual assault forensic evidence kits throughout the entire chain of custody. This tracking process begins from the collection of the kit at a healthcare facility and continues through its transfer to law enforcement, submission for laboratory processing, and final disposition.

The bill is set to take effect on the first day of the seventh month following its enactment, although the Attorney General is permitted to take any necessary administrative actions in advance to facilitate its implementation. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the handling of sexual assault evidence, ultimately supporting victims and improving the overall response to sexual assault cases in New Jersey.