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A3989 — NJ, US
A3989 is an AI governance legislation from NJ, currently introduced. New Jersey Bill A3989 seeks to restrict algorithmic pricing and occupancy determination for residential properties [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2026-01-13.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- introduced
- Bill status
- AHO
- Authority / governing body
- New Jersey State Legislature
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — currently in legislative committee review.
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| deployer | Must not use algorithmic devices for establishing rent price or occupancy of residential property in New Jersey. | — | — |
| provider | Must not sell algorithmic devices for establishing rent price or occupancy of residential property in New Jersey. | — | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- compliance_officer Monitor the legislative progress of NJ A3989, specifically its status in the Assembly Housing Committee.
- general_counsel Assess the potential legal implications and scope of a ban on algorithmic rent-setting or occupancy decisions for residential properties in New Jersey.
- product_manager Review existing and planned algorithmic tools used for rent pricing or occupancy determinations in residential properties to identify potential non-compliance if A3989 is enacted.
- ceo Evaluate the strategic business impact of a ban on algorithmic rent-setting and occupancy decisions in the New Jersey residential property market.
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- high
- Procurement categories
- real_estate_management_software, pricing_optimization_ai, tenant_screening_ai
Vendors providing software or services that use algorithmic devices for rent pricing or occupancy decisions in residential properties in New Jersey will face significant compliance challenges if this bill is enacted. Companies must ensure their procurement processes include questions regarding compliance with such specific AI restrictions.
Sample vendor questions
- Does your real estate software or service utilize algorithmic devices for establishing rent prices or determining occupancy for residential properties in New Jersey?
- How do you ensure compliance with state-specific regulations regarding the use and sale of algorithmic tools in real estate, particularly in New Jersey?
- Can your platform be configured to operate without using restricted algorithmic devices for rent and occupancy decisions in New Jersey, or offer alternative, compliant methods?
Intelligence briefs (1)
New Jersey Bill A3989 Targets Algorithmic Residential Rent & Occupancy
New Jersey Bill A3989 seeks to restrict algorithmic pricing and occupancy determination for residential properties [1].
This signals an emerging legislative focus on AI's impact on housing fairness and consumer protection in specific market sectors.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — currently in legislative committee review.
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is A3989?
- New Jersey Assembly Bill A3989, introduced during the 2026-2027 legislative session, proposes new restrictions on the use and sale of algorithmic devices [1]. These restrictions specifically target systems employed for establishing residential rent prices or determining property occupancy within the state. The bill aims to regulate the deployment of AI in the housing market. Primary source →
- Why does A3989 matter?
- This signals an emerging legislative focus on AI's impact on housing fairness and consumer protection in specific market sectors. Primary source →
- Who does A3989 affect?
- Companies involved in residential property management, real estate technology providers, and landlords utilizing or developing AI-powered pricing or occupancy algorithms in New Jersey are directly within scope. Deployers or developers of such algorithmic devices for sale or use in the state would be affected. This initiative could influence business operations related to rental pricing strategies and tenant selection processes, requiring a re-evaluation of current practices. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for A3989?
- No fixed deadline — currently in legislative committee review. Primary source →
- What is the current status of A3989?
- As of the last published update, A3989 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "AHO". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for A3989?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A3989. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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