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Requires OIT to develop NJ generative artificial intelligence program and implement artificial intelligence education courses with county governments; appropriates $1.5 million.
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New Jersey's A2616 would require the Office of Information Technology to develop a public New Jersey generative AI program and coordinate AI education courses with counties. It would appropriate $1,000,000 for the program and $500,000 for grants to counties, both from the General Fund. Pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 session.
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What it means for business
No duties for private businesses. The Office of Information Technology and counties would carry the obligations.
Key provisions
- Sec. 2: OIT must develop a generative AI program using natural language processing to respond to user prompts
- Sec. 2: OIT must run an annual safety test of the program covering cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities, and implement the remedies identified
- Sec. 3: OIT must coordinate with each county to offer in-person and online AI courses covering inaccuracies, fabricated text and bias
- Sec. 4: $1,000,000 General Fund appropriation to OIT for the program and $500,000 for county course grants
- Takes effect immediately
Latest legislative action
Jan 13, 2026. Introduced, Referred to Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee
Sponsors (showing 5 of 10)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Dancer, Ronald S. | Primary |
| Danielsen, Joe D | Primary |
| DeAngelo, Wayne P. | Primary |
| Gusciora, Reed | Primary |
| Matsikoudis, Michele | Primary |
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