This bill mandates that the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) and the Secretary of State conduct audits of voter registrations, specifically targeting those submitted on or after May 1, 2021, to ensure that only eligible residents are registered to vote. Additionally, annual audits of newly registered voters will be required to maintain compliance with eligibility criteria outlined in the New Jersey State Constitution and relevant statutes. Each audit must be completed 30 days prior to the primary election for a general election, and findings must be reported to the Governor, the Legislature, and the Secretary of State.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that applicants for voter registration at the MVC must provide proof of citizenship before being offered the opportunity to automatically register to vote or update their existing registration. This provision aims to enhance the integrity of the voter registration process by ensuring that only eligible individuals are registered. The bill also allows the Secretary of State to engage independent certified public accountants and other professionals to assist in conducting the required audits, with the MVC required to cooperate by providing necessary information and resources.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39:2-3.2