New Jersey AB 4591/SB 2975
Summary: This bill would add "gender identity or expression" to the state's existing hate crimes law.
Status: On January 3, 2008, the bill passed the Senate by a 35-0 vote. On January 7, 2008, the bill passed the Assembly by a 65-10 vote. Governor Corzine signed the bill, which will be effective in March 2008.
Rating: Support
Action: New Jersey residents should use HRC’s Online Action Center to contact their state senator and representative to ask him or her to support this bill.
Last Updated: Wednesday, January 30, 2008