Replaces references to "alien" and "illegal alien" in statutes with "noncitizen" and "undocumented noncitizen," respectively; prohibits use of those terms by executive branch agencies.
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This bill seeks to modernize New Jersey’s laws by replacing outdated and potentially stigmatizing terms like "alien" and "illegal alien" with more neutral and respectful language – "noncitizen" and "undocumented noncitizen." It also prohibits executive branch agencies from using these outdated terms. The bill amends several statutes, including those related to inheritance, estate distribution, lottery prizes, and student financial aid, to reflect this updated terminology.
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