Committees · 2016–2017 Session
A General Assembly committee, in every session since the 2002–2003 session.
Called Regulated Professions and Independent Authorities in the 2002–2003 session to 2006–2007 session.
Other sessions: 2026–2027 · 2024–2025 · 2022–2023 · 2020–2021 · 2018–2019 · 2014–2015 · 2012–2013 · 2010–2011 · 2008–2009 · 2006–2007 · 2004–2005 · 2002–2003
As the committee stood at the end of the term. Each name leads to the member's page.
Democrat · 34th District
Democrat · 32nd District
Republican · 16th District
Democrat · 18th District
Democrat · 11th District
Republican · 13th District
Republican · 30th District
Democrat · 2nd District
Democrat · 4th District
Democrat · 16th District
Bills sent to the committee in the 2016–2017 Session.
Bills sent116
2% of the bills the General Assembly sent to committees
Reported out24%
28 of 116; 4 moved on without a report, 84 stopped in committee
Time in committee119 days
most between 26 and 227 days
Amendments offered0
committee amendments
Each session over its whole term. The 2026–2027 is so far.
2026–2027115 bills
reported 21% · typically 111 days, most 30–135 · 0 amendments · 7 members
2024–2025171 bills
reported 41% · typically 60 days, most 7–140 · 0 amendments · 7 members
2022–2023113 bills
reported 20% · typically 142 days, most 87–364 · 0 amendments · 5 members
2020–2021126 bills
reported 17% · typically 80 days, most 13–255 · 0 amendments · 8 members
2018–2019128 bills
reported 33% · typically 140 days, most 67–249 · 0 amendments · 10 members
2016–2017116 bills
reported 24% · typically 119 days, most 26–227 · 0 amendments · 10 members
2014–2015101 bills
reported 31% · typically 49 days, most 35–192 · 0 amendments · 11 members
2012–2013105 bills
reported 34% · typically 147 days, most 46–308 · 0 amendments · 9 members
2010–201197 bills
reported 30% · typically 70 days, most 38–175 · 0 amendments · 8 members
2008–2009127 bills
reported 28% · typically 28 days, most 0–74 · 0 amendments · 9 members
2006–200777 bills
reported 47% · typically 44 days, most 20–199 · 0 amendments · 8 members
2004–200594 bills
reported 48% · typically 102 days, most 17–121 · 0 amendments · 9 members
2002–200393 bills
reported 48% · typically 55 days, most 23–149 · 0 amendments · 8 members
Each time a bill was sent to the committee in the 2016–2017 Session, newest first.
Senate Bill 2971 · Prohibits use of "Nurse" title by unlicensed person.
Sent December 20, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 5222 · "Recreational Therapists Licensing Act."
Sent December 4, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 5255 · Revises law concerning reciprocity for out-of-State professional and occupational licenses.
Sent December 4, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 5256 · Permits certain physical therapists to perform dry needling.
Sent December 4, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 96 · Amends State construction code to increase fire safety in large residential projects.
Sent November 30, 2017 · Reported out after 0 days · did not pass the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 97 · Amends State construction code to increase fire safety at certain construction sites.
Sent November 30, 2017 · Reported out after 0 days · then passed the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 4954 · Permits veteran to receive credit toward licensure as licensed practical nurse upon completing certain military medical training programs.
Sent June 8, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4915 · Removes certain Master HVACR licensing requirements for licensed electrical contractors for 12 months.
Sent June 1, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 14 days
Assembly Bill 4871 · Provides for licensing of radiologist assistants by DEP under "Radiologic Technologist Act" and requires State Board of Medical Examiners to approve procedures and establish level of supervision necessary for practice of radiologist assistants. *
Sent May 22, 2017 · Reported out after 21 days · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Assembly Bill 4810 · Provides for licensing of radiologist assistants.
Sent May 18, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 25 days
Assembly Bill 4761 · Expands authority of pharmacists, pharmacy interns, and pharmacy externs to administer certain vaccines.
Sent May 11, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4762 · Requires direct supervision of pharmacy interns and externs who administer certain injectable medications.
Sent May 11, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4782 · Concerns licensure of persons possessing barbering license in another state or foreign country.
Sent May 11, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4712 · Provides for temporary travel license to practice chiropractic.
Sent March 20, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4735 · Requires suspension of certification of homemaker home-health aides under certain circumstances; designated as "Maria's Law."
Sent March 20, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4754 · Permits licensed electrical contractors to perform certain gas piping work.
Sent March 20, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4650 · Provides exemption to licensing requirements for certain art therapists.
Sent February 28, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4627 · Prohibits issuance or renewal of real estate license under certain circumstances.
Sent February 27, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Senate Bill 974 · Provides for registration and accreditation of human milk banks.
Sent February 15, 2017 · Reported out after 288 days · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Assembly Bill 4570 · Prohibits use of "Nurse" title by unlicensed person.
Sent February 13, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4530 · Requires cosmetology and hairstyling licensees to complete domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education.
Sent January 23, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Senate Bill 1962 · Regulates deed procurement services.
Sent January 23, 2017 · Reported out after 140 days · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Assembly Bill 4459 · Requires Attorney General provide active supervision of certain occupational and professional licensing boards.
Sent January 10, 2017 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4419 · Prohibits licensure of persons performing teeth whitening services.
Sent December 15, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 26 days
Assembly Bill 4420 · Repeals "Interior Designers Certification Act."
Sent December 15, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4421 · Exempts certain persons providing hair braiding or eyebrow threading services from licensure requirement.
Sent December 15, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4422 · Removes licensing requirement for persons sampling and weighing milk and cream.
Sent December 15, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4368 · Enters New Jersey in Physical Therapy Licensure Compact.
Sent December 5, 2016 · Moved on without a report after 192 days · did not pass the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 4374 · Concerns construction of crematories.
Sent December 5, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4317 · Concerns violations of certain occupational licensing laws.
Sent November 14, 2016 · Reported out after 105 days · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Assembly Bill 4294 · Require Attorney General to ensure review of registration statements and financial reports of charitable organizations under certain circumstances.
Sent October 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4309 · Establishes licensing and permit requirements and provides for adoption of standards and regulations for inspection of asbestos in certain structures.
Sent October 27, 2016 · Reported out after 77 days · then passed the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 4273 · Requires State supervision of certain professional and occupational licensing boards.
Sent October 20, 2016 · Reported out after 46 days · did not pass the General Assembly
Senate Bill 2414 · Revises "Massage and Bodywork Therapist Licensing Act" to require certain class study and examination requirements.
Sent October 20, 2016 · Reported out after 84 days · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Assembly Bill 4250 · Establishes fourth degree crime of providing locksmithing services without license under certain circumstances.
Sent October 13, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4200 · Revises law concerning the purchase of scrap metal.
Sent September 29, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4185 · Concerns certain business requirements for motor vehicle dealers.
Sent September 19, 2016 · Reported out after 115 days · then passed the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 4055 · Removes examination requirement for relicensure as real estate broker, broker-salesperson or salesperson by licensed real estate referral agents under certain circumstances.
Sent September 15, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4056 · Revises "Massage and Bodywork Therapist Licensing Act" to require certain class study and examination requirements.
Sent September 15, 2016 · Reported out after 119 days · did not pass the General Assembly
Senate Bill 1902 · Regulates installation, maintenance, and repair of low-voltage alarm systems.
Sent September 8, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4041 · Concerns appointment of person to control funeral and disposition of human remains.
Sent July 21, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 3927 · Revises membership of New Jersey State Board of Accountancy.
Sent June 20, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 3959 · Revises "Accountancy Act of 1997."
Sent June 20, 2016 · Reported out after 168 days · then passed the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 3842 · Permits cosmetology and hairstyling school clinics to charge certain fees for services rendered to general public.
Sent June 2, 2016 · Reported out after 546 days · then passed the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 3701 · Amends sections of "Respiratory Care Practitioner Licensing Act." *
Sent May 19, 2016 · Reported out after 200 days · did not pass the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 3654 · Provides for automatic appointment of State legislators as notaries public.
Sent April 14, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 3557 · Concerns real estate licensees.
Sent April 4, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 3561 · Clarifies cosmetology and hairstyling licensee's ability to hold multiple practicing licenses simultaneously.
Sent April 4, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 3572 · Permits private citizens to employ homemaker-home health aides.
Sent April 4, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 3575 · Regulates installation, maintenance, and repair of low-voltage alarm systems.
Sent April 4, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 3109 · Makes various revisions to scrap metal law.
Sent February 22, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 3110 · Provides for shops offering a combination of skin care specialty services and manicuring services.
Sent February 22, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 3293 · Permits charging late fee for rental payments due on self-service storage units and authorizes sale of property via website.
Sent February 22, 2016 · Reported out after 227 days · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Assembly Bill 3098 · Modifies education requirement for licensure by the NJ State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling.
Sent February 18, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2894 · Requires certain persons licensed or appointed to inspect homes to pass criminal history background check.
Sent February 16, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2926 · Repeals law suspending certain licenses, registrations and certifications for failure to repay student loans.
Sent February 16, 2016 · Moved on without a report after 205 days · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Assembly Bill 2959 · Permits certain audiologists to dispense and fit hearing aids.
Sent February 16, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2962 · Removes certain requirements for professional engineers to take examination to operate water supply and wastewater treatment systems.
Sent February 16, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2978 · Eliminates 15% fee charged by cemetery company on transfer of graves, crypts and niches.
Sent February 16, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2987 · Requires certain arbitrators to file financial disclosure statements.
Sent February 16, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2582 · Prohibits cemetery company from charging additional fee for rendering certain services on Sunday.
Sent February 8, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2583 · Revises law concerning the purchase of scrap metal.
Sent February 8, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2584 · Prohibits purchase of certain items by scrap metal businesses.
Sent February 8, 2016 · Reported out after 241 days · then passed the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 2587 · Revises licensing provisions for orthotists and prosthetists and assistants.
Sent February 8, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2649 · Concerns practice of funeral directing.
Sent February 8, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2667 · Concerns eligibility requirements for licensed professional counselors and associate counselors.
Sent February 8, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2791 · "Used Motor Vehicle Dealer Licensing Act."
Sent February 8, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2473 · "Consumer Litigation Funding Act."
Sent February 4, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2477 · "Drama Therapists and Dance/Movement Therapists Licensing Act."
Sent February 4, 2016 · Reported out after 119 days · then passed the General Assembly, and was vetoed
Assembly Bill 2478 · Regulates Internet pharmacies and electronic prescriptions.
Sent February 4, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2523 · Establishes an apprenticeship requirement to qualify for an electrical contractor's license.
Sent February 4, 2016 · Reported out after 245 days · then passed the General Assembly, and was vetoed
Assembly Bill 185 · Authorizes professional and occupational boards to recognize continuing education approval entities.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 224 · Provides for licensing of pool and spa service contractors, and pool and spa builders and installers.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Reported out after 127 days · then passed the General Assembly, and was vetoed
Assembly Bill 260 · Permits application of certain tinting materials on motor vehicle windows and windshields.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 345 · Requires compounding pharmacies be accredited by Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 534 · Modifies notary public application process by removing requirement for application endorsement by member of Legislature.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 619 · Permits independent contractors to provide cosmetology and hairstyling services or ancillary services.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 671 · Adds two nurse educators to the New Jersey Board of Nursing.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Reported out after 8 days · did not pass the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 685 · Requires newly licensed registered professional nurse to attain baccalaureate degree in nursing within 10 years of initial licensure as a condition of renewal of the license.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 751 · Provides alternative pathway for architects licensed in another state to be licensed as architects in New Jersey.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 760 · Requires certain professional boards to report licensure exam passage rates.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Reported out after 502 days · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Assembly Bill 783 · "Music Therapist Licensing Act."
Sent January 27, 2016 · Reported out after 8 days · then passed the General Assembly, and was vetoed
Assembly Bill 819 · Provides for reciprocity of certain out-of-State EMT certification.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 836 · Revises licensing requirements and procedures under the "Massage and Bodywork Therapist Licensing Act."
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 908 · "Pet Groomers Licensing Act;" designated as "Bijou's Law."
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 969 · Requires notaries public to be U.S. citizens.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1026 · Revises financial reporting requirements for charitable organizations.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1133 · Requires professional boards to provide for online processing of application for licensure or renewal.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Reported out after 127 days · did not pass the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 1184 · Revises statutes governing qualifications and duties of notaries public and other notorial officers.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1192 · Requires pawnbrokers to file transaction reports online.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1273 · Revises penalties for certain violations of law by public movers and warehousemen.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Moved on without a report after 687 days · did not pass the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 1330 · Revises "Contractors' Registration Act" to include water remediation services.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1332 · Makes revisions to the "Contractors' Registration Act."
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1343 · Establishes Distressed Cemetery Maintenance and Preservation Fund.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1414 · Establishes licensure for associate marriage and family therapists.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Reported out after 8 days · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Assembly Bill 1442 · Provides for registration and accreditation of human milk banks.*
Sent January 27, 2016 · Reported out after 673 days · did not pass the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 1452 · "Lactation Consultants Licensing Act."
Sent January 27, 2016 · Reported out after 26 days · did not pass the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 1506 · Concerning the "Contractors' Registration Act."
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1590 · Simplifies the certification process for out-of-State teachers.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1652 · Regulates deed procurement services.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Reported out after 502 days · did not pass the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 1687 · Allows New Jersey Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy to accept alternative proof of education for licensure of current practitioners.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1734 · Provides that the State Board of Examiners may not charge a fee for the issuance of credentials required to serve as a substitute school nurse.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1774 · Stipulates that applicants for pawnbroker license are not required to submit CPA-certified financial statement.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1820 · "Dietitian/Nutritionist Licensing Act."
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1839 · Revises statutes regarding practice of physical therapy.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Reported out after 26 days · did not pass the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 1849 · Revises laws concerning real estate licensees.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1937 · "Naturopathic Doctors Licensing Act."
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1968 · Creates Construction Trades Licensing Board for licensing and regulation of several construction professions; creates new division for homeowner protection in Department of Law and Public Safety.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1971 · Permits landscape irrigation contractors to install backflow prevention devices under certain circumstances.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1972 · Revises law concerning alarm business licensees.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1973 · "Appraisal Management Company Registration and Regulation Act." *
Sent January 27, 2016 · Moved on without a report after 145 days · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Assembly Bill 1981 · Revises law concerning ticket sales.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1985 · "Common Interest Community Manager Licensing Act."
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2013 · Requires health care facilities to report certain information about their health care staff to their respective professional boards or DHSS.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2163 · Pertains to certain review and approval responsibilities of land surveyors.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2170 · Grants prescriptive authority to certain psychologists.
Sent January 27, 2016 · Stopped in committee after 0 days