New Jersey Bill A4916 (2024-2025) introduces a prohibition on the use and sale of algorithmic devices specifically for setting rent prices or determining occupancy for residential dwelling units [1]. This legislative proposal, currently in the Assembly Housing Committee (AHO) [2], aims to regulate the application of AI in the state's residential rental market, signaling potential new restrictions for deployers.

Who does A4916 affect?

Entities operating in the New Jersey residential rental market, including property owners, property management companies, and technology vendors offering algorithmic rent-setting or occupancy management tools, are directly within scope. This includes any business function involved in determining rental pricing or tenant placement using automated systems within the state.

What is the current status of A4916?

As of the last published update, A4916 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "AHO".

Where can I find the primary source for A4916?

The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A4916. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill.

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A4916 — NJ, US

A4916 is an AI governance legislation from NJ, currently introduced. New Jersey Bill A4916 proposes to prohibit algorithmic pricing and occupancy tools for residential rentals [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2024-10-17.

Status & timeline

Regulatory stage: introduced
Bill status: AHO
Authority / governing body: New Jersey State Legislature
Chamber: house
Document type: legislation

Next deadline: No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in committee and not yet enacted.

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Full obligation matrix

Actor	Obligation	Deadline	Source
deployer	Shall not use algorithmic devices for setting rent price or occupancy of residential dwelling units.	Upon enactment	—
provider	Shall not sell algorithmic devices for setting rent price or occupancy of residential dwelling units.	Upon enactment	—
distributor	Shall not sell algorithmic devices for setting rent price or occupancy of residential dwelling units.	Upon enactment	—

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Enforcement risk score

/ 100

Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.

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Role-based compliance checklist

ceo Assess current use of algorithmic devices for rent pricing or occupancy in New Jersey property management operations. (Upon potential enactment)
general_counsel Monitor New Jersey bill A4916's legislative progress and provide legal analysis on potential implications.
product_manager Evaluate existing software products for compliance with potential prohibition on algorithmic rent or occupancy setting features in New Jersey. (Upon potential enactment)

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Vendor impact assessment

Vendor risk class: high
Procurement categories: property_management_software, real_estate_tech

Vendors providing property management software, especially those with AI-driven pricing or occupancy features, face high risk if this bill passes. Clients will need to ensure their tools comply or seek alternative solutions.

Sample vendor questions

Do your solutions for rent pricing or occupancy determination utilize algorithmic devices or AI models for properties in New Jersey?
How would your software adapt if New Jersey prohibits the use and sale of algorithmic rent-setting tools?
What methodologies are used to ensure fairness and prevent discriminatory outcomes in your pricing or occupancy recommendations for New Jersey properties?

Intelligence briefs (1)

legislation AHO 10/17/2024

NJ Bill A4916 Prohibits Algorithmic Rent & Occupancy Pricing

New Jersey Bill A4916 proposes to prohibit algorithmic pricing and occupancy tools for residential rentals [1].

This bill signals emerging jurisdictional restrictions on AI deployment for economic impact in the housing sector.

Deadline: No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in committee and not yet enacted.

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Frequently asked questions

What is A4916?: New Jersey Bill A4916 (2024-2025) introduces a prohibition on the use and sale of algorithmic devices specifically for setting rent prices or determining occupancy for residential dwelling units [1]. This legislative proposal, currently in the Assembly Housing Committee (AHO) [2], aims to regulate the application of AI in the state's residential rental market, signaling potential new restrictions for deployers. Primary source →
Why does A4916 matter?: This bill signals emerging jurisdictional restrictions on AI deployment for economic impact in the housing sector. Primary source →
Who does A4916 affect?: Entities operating in the New Jersey residential rental market, including property owners, property management companies, and technology vendors offering algorithmic rent-setting or occupancy management tools, are directly within scope. This includes any business function involved in determining rental pricing or tenant placement using automated systems within the state. Primary source →
What are the key dates for A4916?: No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in committee and not yet enacted. Primary source →
What is the current status of A4916?: As of the last published update, A4916 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "AHO". Primary source →
Where can I find the primary source for A4916?: The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A4916. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →

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NJ Bill A4916 Prohibits Algorithmic Rent & Occupancy Pricing

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