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A4769 — NJ, US
A4769 is an AI governance legislation from NJ, currently introduced. Bill A4769 would require specific New Jersey State agencies to expedite approvals for AI data centers powered by SMRs [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2026-03-19.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- introduced
- Bill status
- ATU
- Authority / governing body
- New Jersey State Legislature
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — effective upon enactment, if passed.
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| agency | Establish expedited approval and permitting procedures for artificial intelligence data centers powered by small modular nuclear reactors. | — | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Hypothetical or aspirational; no enforcement signal yet.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- compliance_officer Establish expedited approval and permitting procedures for artificial intelligence data centers powered by small modular nuclear reactors.
- cto Monitor for establishment of expedited permitting procedures for AI data centers powered by SMRs in New Jersey.
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- low
- Procurement categories
- infrastructure, energy
This bill would reduce regulatory hurdles for vendors involved in building and operating AI data centers powered by SMRs in New Jersey, potentially accelerating project timelines.
Sample vendor questions
- How will your data center designs leverage expedited permitting for SMR-powered AI facilities?
- What are your plans for utilizing small modular nuclear reactors for power?
- How does your project plan align with New Jersey's expedited approval procedures for AI infrastructure?
Intelligence briefs (1)
NJ Bill Mandates Expedited Permitting for AI Data Centers with SMRs
Bill A4769 would require specific New Jersey State agencies to expedite approvals for AI data centers powered by SMRs [1].
This signals a legislative effort to integrate AI infrastructure growth with advanced energy solutions, impacting site selection and regulatory timelines.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — effective upon enactment, if passed.
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is A4769?
- New Jersey's Bill A4769 aims to establish expedited approval and permitting procedures for artificial intelligence (AI) data centers [1]. These provisions specifically apply to "certain State agencies" and target facilities powered by small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs). This legislative proposal highlights an emerging intersection of AI infrastructure development and sustainable energy policy in the state. Primary source →
- Why does A4769 matter?
- This signals a legislative effort to integrate AI infrastructure growth with advanced energy solutions, impacting site selection and regulatory timelines. Primary source →
- Who does A4769 affect?
- This bill primarily affects New Jersey State agencies responsible for environmental, utility, and construction permitting. Organizations planning or operating large-scale AI data centers within New Jersey, particularly those exploring or committed to SMR power sources, would experience changes in regulatory processes. This development focuses on the infrastructure supporting AI, rather than AI model deployment or governance directly. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for A4769?
- No fixed deadline — effective upon enactment, if passed. Primary source →
- What is the current status of A4769?
- As of the last published update, A4769 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "ATU". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for A4769?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4769. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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