New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

SJR 66 — "J.B.'s Law;" amends Rules of Evidence to exclude creative or artistic expression in audio or video format from jury consideration in criminal proceedings.

Last action — INT 1RS REF SJU

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed General Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Summary

J.B.'s Law-amends Rules of Evidence, exclude creative or artistic expression

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html January 08, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SJU

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 119 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (119)

119 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does SJR 66 do?
J.B.'s Law-amends Rules of Evidence, exclude creative or artistic expression
Who sponsors SJR 66?
SJR 66 is sponsored by Wimberly, Benjie E. (Democrat).
What is the current status of SJR 66?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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