222 session

"Protecting Mail-in Voters Act"; requires those who vote by mail to enclose copy of personal identification.

2026-10-29 — Motion To Table (Venezia) (42-23-0)

Requires State agency to identify at least two existing rules for repeal for every one new rule adopted.

2026-01-13 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee

Prohibits health insurance carriers from making certain changes to contract with network providers during term of contract.

2026-01-13 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee

Requires certain information to be included in SHBP claims experience data provided to certain public employers.

2026-01-13 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee

Reduces minimum number of annually required thoroughbred horse racing dates under certain circumstances.

2026-02-19 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Tourism, Gaming and the Arts Committee

Establishes Hope Card Program to provide victims of domestic violence with restraining order quick reference wallet card; makes appropriation.

2026-10-29 — Passed by the Assembly (79-0-0)

Requires health care claims experience data to be shared with local governments.

2026-09-17 — Reported and Referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee

Prohibits municipalities from requiring certain plan approval related to addition of up to five van accessible parking spaces to existing parking facilities.

2026-10-29 — Assembly Floor Amendment Passed (Quijano) (Voice)

Concerns school district finances regarding unanticipated cost increases and unused leave liabilities.*

2026-10-29 — Passed by the Assembly (66-11-1)

Modifies procedures for parole release, early discharge from parole, and penalties for certain parole violations.

2026-10-15 — Reported and Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee

Establishes surtax on certain incomes derived from operation of prediction markets.*

2026-06-28 — Reported from Assembly Comm. as a Substitute, 2nd Reading

Increases personal needs allowance for certain individuals by annual rate of inflation.

2026-09-14 — Reported and Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee

"Protecting Against Microplastics Act"; appropriates $3 million.

2026-09-14 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee

Makes FY2027 supplemental appropriation of $455,000 to DOH for NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders.

2026-09-24 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee

"Yes In God's Backyard Act"; Enhances ability of religious and nonprofit organizations to convert certain property to inclusionary developments with affordable housing; authorizes bonds for $250 million; appropriates $50 million.

2026-09-24 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee

Concerns penalties for assault of motorbus and rail passenger service employees.

2026-10-15 — Reported out of Asm. Comm. with Amendments, and Referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee

Modifies certain DEP permit application requirements for data centers.

2026-10-15 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee

Permits establishment of hookah lounges under certain conditions; establishes municipal application deadlines.

2026-10-29 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee

Requires Commissioner of Education to appoint independent investigators for complaints against DOE regarding special education.

2026-10-29 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee

Provides gross income tax credit for portion of employment-related dependent care expenses incurred by certain resident taxpayers.

2026-10-29 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee

"Micro-Reactor Incentive Act"; directs BPU to request proposals to construct micro nuclear reactors in State.

2026-10-29 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee

Directs BPU to authorize construction and operation of micro-reactors.

2026-10-29 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee

Mandates disclosures for State budget resolutions regarding campaign contributions received by resolution sponsors from intended recipients of funds and the organizational classification of the intended recipients.

2026-10-29 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee

Designates first Tuesday after first Monday in November annually as Bring Your Adult Child to Vote Day in NJ.

2026-10-22 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee

Authorizes coverage of prescriptive hormone replacement therapy.

2026-05-11 — Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee

Makes supplemental appropriation of $5 million from General Fund to entity authorized to operate public broadcasting system to support public broadcasting.

2026-05-14 — Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee

Requires municipal zoning compliance certification for DOT issuance or renewal of heliport and helipad facility licenses; directs DOT to verify compliance with applicable municipal zoning requirements prior to license approval.

2026-09-28 — Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee

Codifies requirements for cottage food operators and increases scope of permitted sales by cottage food operators.

2026-10-01 — Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee

Clarifies independent contractor status for certain creative professionals.

2026-10-05 — Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Labor Committee

Requires housing authority to offer online electronic funds transfer payment option to tenants.

2026-10-05 — Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee

Establishes uniform rates for water and sewer services for residential use based exclusively on metered consumption.

2026-01-13 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee

Requires AG to review Statewide policy regarding investigation of human trafficking.

2026-10-29 — Passed by the Assembly (79-0-0)

Prohibits investment by State of pension and annuity funds in companies engaging in government contracts or business operations infringing on data privacy of individuals for purpose of determining immigration status.

2026-01-13 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee

Expands responsibilities of Child Advocacy Center-Multidisciplinary Team Advisory Board and establishes Problematic Sexual Behavior Program.*

2026-10-29 — Passed by the Assembly (79-0-0)

Requires Division of Child Protection and Permanency to develop suicide screening and crisis response training for caseworkers.

2026-10-29 — Passed by the Assembly (78-0-0)

Allows certain volunteer firefighters, rescue and first aid squad members to claim $2,000 gross income tax exemption.

2026-01-13 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee

Requires certain animals used in testing to be offered for adoption; requires establishment of procedures for assessment and disposition of animals; establishes penalties for noncompliance.

2026-01-13 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee

Requires Secretary of State and Chief Administrator of MVC to conduct audit of certain voter registrations and annual audits thereafter; requires proof of citizenship for voter registration at MVC.

2026-01-13 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee

Upgrades offense of prostitution as patron; directs fines collected to "Human Trafficking Survivor's Assistance Fund." and "Victims of Crime Compensation Board Account."*

2026-10-29 — Passed by the Assembly (79-0-0)

Requires inspection for pest infestation prior to certain demolitions.*

2026-10-29 — Passed by the Assembly (74-1-1)

Permits Division of Taxation to share certain tax data with New Jersey Innovation Authority.*

2026-10-29 — Received in the Assembly, 2nd Reading on Concurrence

Prohibits insurers from using credit history when evaluating homeowners insurance policies.

2026-05-14 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee

"Jack Reid Law: Protect All Students Act"; prohibits harassment or bullying of nonpublic school students and requires nonpublic schools to adopt anti-harassment and bullying policy.

2026-10-29 — Passed by the Assembly (73-4-1)

Expands oversight and transparency of funds received by State and local entities due to national opioid settlements.

2026-10-05 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee

Requires four-year institutions of higher education to provide training on affirmative consent and certain federal Title IX requirements to first-year and transfer students.

2026-10-22 — Reported and Referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee

Allows deer depredation permit holders to harvest antlers, venison, and hide from deer.

2026-10-29 — Withdrawn from Consideration