Committee of Jurisdiction: Housing and Community Development (HCD)
Introduction
“Fair Chance in Housing Act”; establishes certain housing rights of persons with criminal records.
The “Ban the Box” bill (A1919/S250) would bar potential landlords from asking about an applicant’s criminal history before making a conditional offer to rent, removing a barrier that would otherwise likely exclude them from being considered.
State Action
New Jersey
NBCSL Member Sponsor(s):- Asm. Benjie Wimberly (NJ)
Summary: State of New Jersey - A1919 : Fair Chance in Housing Act
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