Committees · 2026–2027 Session
Tourism, Gaming and the Arts
Members
In the 2026–2027 Session. Each name leads to the member's page.
Democrat · 5th District
Democrat · 3rd District
Democrat · 36th District
Republican · 2nd District
Democrat · 11th District
Republican · 1st District
Democrat · 2nd District
Bills, so far
Bills sent to the committee in the 2026–2027 Session so far.
Bills sent91
1% of the bills the General Assembly sent to committees
Reported out16%
15 of 91; 5 stopped in committee, 71 still in committee
Time in committee76 days
most between 0 and 102 days
Amendments offered0
committee amendments
In every session
Each session on day 298 of its term, or its last day if its term was shorter. The 2026–2027 is so far.
2026–2027 · so far91 bills
reported 16% · typically 76 days, most 0–102 · 0 amendments · 7 members
2024–202555 bills
reported 7% · too few to say · 0 amendments · 6 members
2022–202353 bills
reported 15% · too few to say · 0 amendments · 8 members
2020–202185 bills
reported 5% · too few to say · 0 amendments · 7 members
2018–201993 bills
reported 10% · too few to say · 0 amendments · 8 members
2016–201799 bills
reported 18% · typically 98 days, most 26–127 · 0 amendments · 7 members
2014–201590 bills
reported 13% · typically 73 days, most 21–112 · 0 amendments · 7 members
2008–200942 bills
reported 29% · typically 0 days, most 0–7 · 0 amendments · 8 members
2006–200736 bills
reported 25% · too few to say · 0 amendments · 6 members
2004–200538 bills
reported 34% · typically 28 days, most 14–63 · 0 amendments · 5 members
2002–200325 bills
reported 28% · too few to say · 0 amendments · 8 members
Bills it was sent
Each time a bill was sent to the committee in the 2026–2027 Session, newest first.
91 bills
Assembly Bill 5722 · Requires hotels and harm reduction service providers to cooperate in providing opioid antidotes and harm reduction supplies at hotels.
Still in committee since October 29, 2026
Assembly Bill 5735 · Authorizes establishment of seasonal pedestrian malls.
Still in committee since October 29, 2026
Assembly Bill 5709 · Expands eligibility for "Cultural Arts Incentives Program" to include certain convention centers.
Still in committee since October 22, 2026
Assembly Bill 5648 · Limits use of certain New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority development fees to certain transportation-related projects.
Still in committee since October 19, 2026
Assembly Bill 5666 · Upgrades trespass in or upon casino gaming property to fourth degree crime.
Still in committee since October 19, 2026
Assembly Bill 5697 · Dedicates portion of funds in Casino Revenue Fund to DHS for centers providing certain services to State residents with disabilities.
Still in committee since October 19, 2026
Assembly Bill 4658 · Requires information to be provided regarding levels of US Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices under certain circumstances.*
Sent October 15, 2026 · Reported out after 0 days, 7–0
Senate Bill 601 · Requires information to be provided regarding levels of US Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices under certain circumstances.**
Sent October 15, 2026 · Reported out after 0 days, 7–0
Senate Bill 3621 · Reduces minimum number of annually required thoroughbred horse racing dates under certain circumstances.
Still in committee since June 30, 2026
Senate Bill 4307 · "New Jersey History Day Act."
Sent June 30, 2026 · Reported out after 76 days, 7–0 · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Senate Bill 3451 · Requires New York New Jersey 2026 World Cup Host Committee to submit reports concerning human rights during 2026 FIFA World Cup.*
Still in committee since June 18, 2026
Assembly Bill 5251 · "New Jersey History Day Act."
Sent June 15, 2026 · Reported out after 91 days, 7–0
Assembly Bill 5210 · Requires those on self-exclusion lists to watch educational and counseling videos prior to removal from self-exclusion lists; permits third party requests for individuals to be excluded from gambling under certain circumstances.
Sent June 4, 2026 · Reported out after 102 days, 7–0
Assembly Bill 5219 · Allows for licensed organizations to conduct raffles remotely and to advertise such raffles; removes maximum value limitations for prizes; allows remote raffles on Sundays; requires quarterly reporting of raffle results.
Still in committee since June 4, 2026
Assembly Bill 5122 · Establishes Rest Stop Tourism Display Program.
Sent May 18, 2026 · Reported out after 14 days, 7–0
Assembly Bill 4883 · Requires Division of Travel and Tourism to establish New Jersey Film Trail.
Sent May 7, 2026 · Reported out after 0 days, 7–0 · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Assembly Bill 4900 · Requires CRDA board membership to include at least three voting members who are Atlantic County residents.
Still in committee since May 7, 2026
Assembly Bill 4902 · Establishes "Clean Oceanfronts, Amusements, Safety, and Tourism Act" and appropriates $2.5 million.
Still in committee since May 7, 2026
Assembly Bill 5011 · Establishes "Fiscal Integrity for Future Attractions (FIFA) Act"; establishes commission to review and approve agreements to host certain major events in this State.
Still in committee since May 7, 2026
Assembly Bill 3991 · Requires New York New Jersey 2026 World Cup Host Committee to submit reports concerning human rights during 2026 FIFA World Cup.*
Still in committee since May 4, 2026
71 more
Assembly Bill 4689 · Prohibits operation of certain prediction markets in this State; authorizes athletic event markets operating in compliance with sports wagering regulations; establishes public awareness campaign.
Still in committee since March 16, 2026
Assembly Bill 4583 · Authorizes special "We Support the Arts" license plates with proceeds to New Jersey State Council on Arts.
Still in committee since March 10, 2026
Assembly Bill 4512 · Authorizes creation of temporary Declaration of Independence 250th Anniversary commemorative license plate.
Sent March 9, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 4515 · Requires Division of Travel and Tourism to establish campaign that displays certain tourism advertisements through plastic wrapping of certain utility boxes located at intersections.
Still in committee since March 9, 2026
Senate Bill 1533 · Permits municipalities to charge reduced or no beach fee for children ages 12 to 17; revises law concerning beach fees for veterans.
Still in committee since February 24, 2026
Assembly Bill 2391 · Authorizes creation of "250th Anniversary Revolutionary War" license plates.
Sent February 19, 2026 · Reported out after 0 days, 7–0 · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Assembly Bill 4123 · Establishes "Art in Storefronts" initiative within the "Main Street New Jersey" program.
Still in committee since February 19, 2026
Assembly Bill 4276 · Establishes certain requirements for online gaming and online sports wagering accounts; prohibits use of credit card payments to engage in online casino games or online sports wagering.
Still in committee since February 19, 2026
Assembly Bill 4356 · Reduces minimum number of annually required thoroughbred horse racing dates under certain circumstances.
Still in committee since February 19, 2026
Assembly Bill 4406 · Limits liability for operators of buildings, facilities, or premises for certain sports, games, and amusement activities.
Still in committee since February 19, 2026
Assembly Bill 4043 · Provides $1 million in funding to NJ Racing Commission for five-year grant program for purpose of supporting certain organizations that care for retired horses.
Still in committee since February 12, 2026
Assembly Bill 4002 · Requires sports wagering licensees to adopt and publish rules governing wagering account limitations and to notify patrons when accounts are limited.
Sent February 5, 2026 · Reported out after 91 days, 7–0 · then passed the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 4003 · Prohibits sports wagering licensee from offering incentive-based wagering to anyone utilizing responsible gaming mechanisms.
Sent February 5, 2026 · Reported out after 91 days, 5–0
Assembly Bill 139 · Prohibits online advertisements for casino gaming and sports wagering on platforms intended for children.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 284 · Permits conduct of Queen of Hearts raffle games.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 386 · Requires casino licensee to integrate informational module into Internet gaming platform educating users on human trafficking.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 389 · Establishes hotline for reporting behavior negatively affecting integrity of sporting events and excludes persons responsible from future sports wagering activities; prohibits certain sports wagering advertisements; requires independent oversight of sports wagering operations to ensure integrity.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 519 · Provides amounts remaining in inactive Internet gaming accounts will be abandoned property after three years under unclaimed property law.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 550 · Allows problem gamblers to request placement on Division of Gaming Enforcement's list for self-excluded persons through division's website, by mail, or in-person.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 646 · Prohibits sports wagering advertisements online and on television broadcasts in this State.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 763 · Provides supplemental appropriation of $4 million for Hinchliffe Stadium Partners to support stadium, entertainment, and tourism infrastructure at Paterson Great Falls National Park.
Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 870 · "Homeowners' Historic Property Reinvestment Act"; allows homeowners to claim credit against gross income tax for certain costs of rehabilitating historic properties.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1035 · Creates cigar night smoking ban exemption at racetracks and off-track wagering facilities.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1079 · Designates "John Bull" as NJ State steam locomotive.
Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 37 days, 7–0 · then passed the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 1085 · Authorizes Division of Travel and Tourism to accept gifts and grants to promote NJ tourism.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1086 · Authorizes NJ Historical Commission to establish program to promote developing historic projects on website and collect donations for projects on behalf of historic site or organization.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1282 · Eliminates certain requirements for nonprofit organization operating ski area.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1289 · Requires display of estimated odds of winning on certain lottery tickets and State Lottery website.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1369 · Prohibits use of firearms and firearms-related items as raffle prizes.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1460 · Allocates all revenue from hotel and motel occupancy fee for arts, historical heritage, and tourism purposes.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1521 · Allows for eligible organizations to use large entertainment venues to conduct raffles in certain municipalities.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1531 · Provides for automatic renewal of off-track wagering licenses.
Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 1532 · Modifies certain operating requirements for simulcasting facilities; reduces minimum number of required annual thoroughbred races from 50 to 25.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1542 · Requires Division of Gaming Enforcement to arrange study and implement certain language requirements in gambling advertisements; restricts advertisements and promotions in certain locations.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1549 · Establishes Gaming Cybersecurity Intelligence and Response Council.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1550 · Requires adoption and implementation of cybersecurity standards by casinos and sportsbooks; establishes safe gaming certification program.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1579 · Permits municipality to use proceeds of beach access fees for areas near beach facilities that are significantly affected by beach tourism; requires municipality to provide explanation of expenditures on website.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1592 · Establishes Office of Tourism Research; requires specific measures concerning tourism advertising, marketing, research, and tourism-related business training.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1805 · Establishes "Revolutionary War Park Study Commission."
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1817 · Changes underage gambling from disorderly persons offense to civil penalty; provides for deposit of all associated fines to local public safety funds.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 1822 · Revises penalty for underage gambling to be civil penalty; provides for all associated fines to be used for gambling addiction treatment.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2275 · Prohibits requirement for beach tag for access to beach below mean high tide line for recreational purposes.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2276 · Reduces and clarifies requirements for municipal tourist development commission disbursements for advertising.
Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 2293 · Requires certain municipalities to include certain information concerning beach costs and revenues in municipality's public access plan.
Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 114 days, 5–0
Assembly Bill 2354 · Eliminates smoking ban exemption for casinos and simulcasting facilities.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2370 · Includes electronic sports event as sports wagering; authorizes electronic sports wagering at certain locations.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2385 · Eliminates five-year residency requirement for employees of NJ Racing Commission.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2386 · Establishes matching grant program in Department of State for local government units hiring storytellers with Revolutionary War expertise for United States Semiquincentennial; makes appropriation.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2388 · Requires Division of Travel and Tourism develop and maintain Internet website on historic sites, districts, and roadside markers.
Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 37 days, 7–0 · then passed the General Assembly, and became law
Assembly Bill 2389 · Permits use of credit card, debit card, or other electronic payment for bingo, raffles, and penny auctions.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2390 · Prohibits amusement games licensees from offering or advertising gambling activities related to amusement games.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2392 · Establishes annual fee for sports wagering licensees; directs funds from such fees to Council on Compulsive Gambling and gambling addiction treatment programs.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2395 · Prohibits casino licensees from using non-wagering casino games to solicit future gaming.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2396 · Establishes public awareness campaign concerning risks of gambling and resources available to compulsive gamblers; appropriates $200,000.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2409 · Requires all revenue generated by casino hotel parking fee to be provided to CRDA; expands permitted uses of parking fee revenues by CRDA.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2559 · Requires sports wagering advertisements and applications to include warning of risks of gambling.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2560 · Permits civil liability against casinos and simulcast facilities for reckless indifference or intentional misconduct toward persons self-excluded from gaming activities.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2712 · Designates salt water taffy as New Jersey State Candy.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2831 · Converts loan awarded to Barnegat Bay Decoy and Baymen's Museum from loan to grant.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2885 · Establishes grant program in Department of State for preservation of certain Revolutionary War sites; appropriates funds.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2909 · Requires advertising for NJ wine growing regions on tourist directional signs.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 2988 · Permits educational organizations to conduct bingo games with prizes for participating students under certain circumstances.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 3258 · Prohibits sports wagering licensees from offering micro bets online; establishes penalties.*
Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 139 days, 6–0
Assembly Bill 3321 · Prohibits tourist helicopter operations in New Jersey.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 3382 · Prohibits sports wagering licensees from offering player-specific proposition bets on college sports.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 3558 · Provides for voluntary contributions by taxpayers on gross income tax returns to support public humanities programming in NJ.
Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 244 days, 7–0 · then passed the General Assembly
Assembly Bill 3614 · Updates minimum allocation amounts and poison pill provisions related to revenues collected from hotel and motel occupancy fees.
Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days
Assembly Bill 3621 · Allows horse racetracks to be available for placing wagers at casinos in Atlantic City using Internet.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 3622 · Establishes penalties for accepting wagers on prohibited sports events.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 3649 · Establishes "County Tourism Incentive Grant Fund" within Department of Treasury to provide funding for grants to counties to support tourism advertising and promotion.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026
Assembly Bill 3689 · Authorizes Division of Gaming Enforcement to participate in national self-exclusion list for gaming activities, and to create necessary forms for participation.
Still in committee since January 13, 2026