The bill amends Daniels Law to extend protections against the disclosure of personal information to members of the New Jersey Legislature, alongside existing protections for judicial officers, law enforcement personnel, child protective investigators, and prosecutors. It defines "member of the legislature" as any individual elected or selected to serve in the New Jersey Senate or General Assembly, prohibiting the disclosure of their home addresses and unpublished telephone numbers, thereby enhancing their safety and security. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of immediate family members regarding notification if they no longer reside with covered persons and establishes civil liability for violations of nondisclosure requirements.

Additionally, the bill modifies the definition of "government record" to include protections for the personal identifying information of legislators and their families, categorizing such information as confidential. It clarifies the roles of custodians of government records, mandates the redaction of sensitive information, and allows for anonymous requests for records. The legislation aims to balance transparency in government record requests with the necessary protections for the personal information of public servants, fostering a secure environment for them to perform their duties without fear of personal reprisal.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 2C:20-31.1, 47:1A-1.1, 47:1A-5, 47:1B-1, 47:1B-2, 56:8-166.1, 56:8-166.3