New Jersey wants to ban any and all rifles, shotguns and handguns with any one 'military' feature. You can find the text of the bill (S548) HERE.
So basically between this and all the other restrictions in New Jersey, you have a choice between a bolt action 22LR and a Thompson Center Contender provided you've: Sucked the dick of the local police chief Passed a stringent background check Proven a need to own a firearm Taken an extensive 40 hour class and Told your mother-in-law that you love her.