This bill mandates the distribution of voter information guides for all elections in New Jersey, requiring the Secretary of State to provide a State voters guide for every statewide election and allowing county clerks to produce local voters guides for their respective elections. The bill amends existing laws to ensure that each county board of elections and the Division of Elections maintain an official Internet site with helpful voter information, including links to the voters bill of rights and the new voters guides. Additionally, it stipulates that voters who register after the 29th day prior to an election will receive the State voters guide along with other election-related information.

The bill outlines specific requirements for the content and distribution of the voters guides, including a timeline for distribution no later than 45 days before an election. It establishes guidelines for candidate statements and photographs to be included in the guides, and it prohibits the distribution of misleading campaign materials that resemble the official voters guides. Violators of this provision may face civil penalties and be responsible for legal costs incurred by the State. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance voter awareness and accessibility to election information, thereby promoting informed participation in the electoral process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 19:12-10, 19:14-21.1, 19:23-30.1