Bills in the 2026–2027 Session, General Assembly.
Marisa Sweeney
Sponsored
Passed both houses1
Requires expedited compliance with certain search warrants in domestic violence and stalking investigations.
Out of committee5
Requires artificial intelligence companion operators to provide notifications that users are not communicating with human.
Authorizes NJ Infrastructure Bank to expend certain sums to make loans for environmental infrastructure projects for FY2027.
Appropriates $77,406,208 from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues and various Green Acres funds to DEP for local government open space acquisition and park development projects, and for certain administrative expenses.
Expands duties of Campus Sexual Assault Commission; requires Secretary of Higher Education and institutions of higher education to designate certain safety-related liaisons.
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.
In committee3
Establishes abandoned mine reclamation programs and funding in DOT and DEP.
Establishes additional penalties for certain violations committed by holders of examination permits, special learner's permits, or probationary driver's licenses.
Prohibits persons from installing, planting, or placing nonfunctional turf or invasive plant species on certain types of property during certain construction projects.
Carried from the Senate
Became law2
Authorizes NJ Infrastructure Bank to expend certain sums to make loans for environmental infrastructure projects for FY2027.
Appropriates $77,406,208 from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues and various Green Acres funds to DEP for local government open space acquisition and park development projects, and for certain administrative expenses.
Co-sponsored
Became law · 5
Establishes "John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act of New Jersey." **
"New Jersey Kids Code Act"; adopts New Jersey Age-Appropriate Design Code and requires certain online service providers to implement certain measures concerning minors' use of online service.*
Establishes minimum qualifications for persons employed on public works contract.
Establishes "Fair Price Protection Act."*
Revises certain requirements for prescription of Schedule II controlled dangerous substances via telemedicine and telehealth without in-person examination or review.*
Passed both houses · 1
Permits pretrial detention for contempt violation of protective order issued under "Victim's Assistance and Survivor Protection Act."
Passed the General Assembly · 7
Revises provisions of State law concerning licensure of ambulatory care facility.
Prohibits social media platforms from promoting certain practices or features of eating disorders to child users.
Imposes various taxes and fees on correctional service businesses to offset social costs of incarceration.*
Upgrades offense of prostitution as patron; directs fines collected to "Human Trafficking Survivor's Assistance Fund." and "Victims of Crime Compensation Board Account."*
Makes it fourth degree crime to engage in certain tracking and location activities.
Concerns school district finances regarding unanticipated cost increases and unused leave liabilities.*
Consolidates administration of "New Jersey Public Employees' Occupational Safety and Health Act" under DOLWD.
Out of committee · 23
Expands requirements for health insurance carriers concerning prostate cancer screening. *
Requires Secretary of Agriculture to establish Farm to School Local Food Procurement Reimbursement Grant Program to reimburse school districts for costs expended in sourcing and procuring local foods for students; appropriates $4,500,000.
"Stop Sepsis Act"; requires hospitals to establish sepsis recognition and treatment protocols, train staff, and establish quality measures.*
Requires Medicaid coverage for fertility preservation services in cases of iatrogenic infertility caused by medically necessary treatments.
Creates penalty for child endangerment via use of social media.
Directs Department of Agriculture to advertise and promote New Jersey liquors, beers, and wines.*
Requires DEP to establish online flood, rainfall, river level, and sewer capacity dashboard.
Requires DEP to establish program to map stormwater infrastructure.
Establishes public-private partnerships to share de-identified traffic data.
Limits perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances in menstrual products.*
"Polluters Pay to Make New Jersey More Affordable Act"; imposes cost recovery payments on certain fossil fuel companies for funds needed for climate change adaptation; establishes program in DEP to collect and oversee distribution of funds.**
Establishes "New Jersey Private Contractor Registration Act;" appropriates $1.5 million.*
Authorizes use of school bus monitoring systems; establishes certain enforcement procedures and penalties for certain violations captured by school bus monitoring systems.
Authorizes county agriculture development boards to purchase agricultural supplies for sale to New Jersey farmers.*
Extends certain pay parity regarding telemedicine and telehealth.*
Provides for licensure of emergency medical responders and emergency medical technicians and certification of mobility assistance vehicle operators; revises requirements for delivery of emergency medical and patient transportation services.
Requires public schools to develop policy for administration of nasal seizure rescue medication and use of manual vagus nerve stimulators for students with seizure disorder on emergent basis.
Expands criminal and civil penalties for human trafficking, and expands human trafficking training requirements for law enforcement.*
Prohibits purposeful obstruction of license plate and possession or transfer of merchandise that obstructs license plate.
Allows use of Green Acres funds to fully fund certain projects on State-owned land by certain nonprofit organizations.
Increases amount of child tax credit in taxable years 2026, 2027, and 2028.
Requires employers to provide certain notices to tipped workers.
Establishes content and data privacy requirements for chatbot providers.
In committee · 44
Provides for Medicaid coverage of certain home blood pressure monitors and cuffs for pregnant persons at risk for preeclampsia.
Authorizes provision of monetary awards to whistleblowers who report State tax law violations committed by employers in construction industry.
Expands list of animals prohibited from use in traveling animal acts; limits certain exceptions to apply only at educational institutions.
Provides gross income tax credit for certain expenses paid or incurred for care and support of qualifying senior family member; designated as Caregiver's Assistance Act.
Permits up to 10 children to be cared for by a registered family day care provider.
Establishes Office of Child Advocate.
Includes Sikhs as protected class in bias intimidation law; appropriates $100,000.
"Vegetation Management Response Act"; concerns vegetation management related to electric public utility infrastructure.
Establishes Emergency Services part of PERS; provides enhanced benefits for emergency services employees.
Prohibits aquaculture of any species of octopus for purpose of human consumption.
Establishes certain medical billing requirements concerning specific nature of charges or expenses for health care services.
Makes FY2026 supplemental appropriation of $175 million from General Fund to DHS for Emergency SNAP Replacement Benefits.
Allows ranked-choice voting options for municipal and school board elections under certain circumstances.
Concerns training of employees about access to public facilities for individuals with service or guide dogs.
Establishes "Occupational Heat-Related Illness and Injury Prevention Program" and occupational heat stress standard in DOLWD.
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.
Repeals law that requires funds for legislative agents to be assessed on student tuition bills in certain manner.
Establishes certain protections for health care professionals who receive behavioral health care and apply for State licensure.
Prohibits forcibly feeding certain poultry for production of foie gras.
Eliminates smoking ban exemption for casinos and simulcasting facilities.
Requires Department of Agriculture to conduct inspections of on-farm dairy processing activities; transfers certain resources and employees from DOH to Department of Agriculture.
Establishes the "Food is Medicine NJ Pilot Program" in DHS; appropriates $5,000,000.
Vacant Storefront Registry Program; establishes public database of vacant commercial space for small businesses.
Requires certain consumer disclosures relating to rabies testing and establishes optional training for veterinarians.
Requires construction project applicants to disclose project financing.
Makes supplemental appropriation of $3,000,000 to Division on Civil Rights.
Establishes third degree crime for certain trespasses involving victim of domestic violence.
Requires Medicaid reimbursement rates for certain primary and mental health care services match reimbursement rates under Medicare.
Makes supplemental appropriation of $4.8 million to provide additional operational aid to Jefferson Township Public Schools.
"Protection of Homeownership and Limiting Institutional Investor Acquisition Act"; imposes limitations and establishes certain incentives and disincentives concerning acquisition of single-family residences.
Increases amount of cigarette and other tobacco products tax revenues provided to New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research to $10 million; establishes dedicated, non-lapsing Cancer Research Fund.
Establishes pancreatic cancer awareness campaign.
Revises reporting requirements for nursing homes concerning financial disclosures and ownership structure.
Requires food service businesses to provide written notice of major food allergens in each menu item.
"Fairness for School Districts in Development Restricted Areas Act"; provides additional State school aid to certain school districts located in municipalities that are part of Highlands or Pinelands preservation areas.
Regulates use of artificial intelligence-based systems for electronic monitoring regarding employment and public services.
Prohibits fur farming.
Requires children's meals and beverages served in certain settings to meet nutritional standards.
Requires benefits under certain State property tax relief programs to be provided as credits and requires tabulation of credits and deductions be included on property tax bills.
Provides for youth mental health care professionals in family court.
"Public School Employees' Health Benefits Trust Act."
Makes various changes to SHBP governance and administration.
"Emergency Crop Loss Relief Act of 2026"; appropriates $60 million.
Requires schools to serve free breakfast to all students in public schools.