The following statement can be attributed to ACLU of New Jersey Interim Policy Director Jim Sullivan:
“We are grateful that Governor Murphy heard the calls of residents and advocates and recognized how S3507/A4652 would undermine New Jerseyans’ right to free expression. By conditionally vetoing this bill, we can now work to ensure that no New Jerseyan can be targeted by law enforcement for exercising their First Amendment rights. Amidst unprecedented attacks on the right to protest and assemble, we’re calling on state lawmakers to protect our most fundamental civil rights and liberties. We look forward to working with the sponsors of this bill to ensure the strongest safeguards for First Amendment expression in New Jersey.”
