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S451 — NJ, US
S451 is an AI governance legislation from NJ, currently introduced. Bill S451 introduces a prohibition on algorithmic systems influencing residential rental prices and supply [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2026-03-05.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- introduced
- Authority / governing body
- New Jersey State Legislature
- Chamber
- senate
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — contingent on legislative process
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| deployer | Refrain from using algorithmic systems to influence the price or supply of residential rental units. | — | — |
| provider | Refrain from using algorithmic systems to influence the price or supply of residential rental units. | — | — |
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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 progress of NJ S451 through the legislative process.
- product_manager Identify any algorithmic systems currently in use that influence residential rental pricing or supply in New Jersey.
- general_counsel Assess the legal implications of a potential prohibition on algorithmic rental pricing and supply tools.
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- high
- Procurement categories
- other
Vendors providing property management software that include algorithmic pricing or supply optimization features for residential rental units in New Jersey face a high risk of their core offerings being deemed unlawful if this bill passes.
Sample vendor questions
- Does your residential property management software incorporate algorithmic systems to influence rental pricing or unit supply?
- How does your system determine recommended rental prices, and what data inputs are used?
- What steps are you taking to ensure compliance with potential prohibitions on algorithmic pricing tools in New Jersey and other jurisdictions?
- Can your system operate without algorithmic price or supply influence features for properties in New Jersey?
Intelligence briefs (1)
New Jersey Bill S451 Proposes Ban on Algorithmic Pricing in Rental Units
Bill S451 introduces a prohibition on algorithmic systems influencing residential rental prices and supply [1].
This development signals a legislative trend towards direct prohibitions on specific AI uses impacting critical consumer markets.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — contingent on legislative process
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is S451?
- New Jersey's S451 bill proposes to make the use of algorithmic systems for influencing the price and supply of residential rental units unlawful [1]. This legislation, designated S451 for the 2026-2027 session and currently in 2RS status, reflects an evolving regulatory stance on AI in consumer markets [2]. Primary source →
- Why does S451 matter?
- This development signals a legislative trend towards direct prohibitions on specific AI uses impacting critical consumer markets. Primary source →
- Who does S451 affect?
- This legislation primarily affects property management companies, individual landlords, and real estate technology providers that utilize algorithmic systems to determine or influence the pricing and availability of residential rental units within New Jersey. Organizations operating in this space may need to re-evaluate their current technology stack and pricing strategies. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for S451?
- No fixed deadline — contingent on legislative process Primary source →
- What is the current status of S451?
- As of the last published update, S451 is at the "introduced" stage. Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for S451?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S451. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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