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in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 4331: Authorizes HMFA to make certain reimbursements to support pre-purchase homebuyer counseling under Foreclosure Mediation Assistance Program.

This bill authorizes the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency to provide reimbursements to qualified counselors for offering pre-purchase homebuyer counseling services. The legislation expands the existing Foreclosure Mediation Assistance Program, which currently funds counselors who help homeowners facing foreclosure or mortgage difficulties, to also include those assisting potential homebuyers before they purchase a property. By creating a dedicated funding account, the bill ensures that these counselors can receive payment for their work in providing early intervention education aimed at preventing future mortgage delinquency and foreclosure. This change directly affects homeowners and renters seeking guidance on buying a home as well as the counseling agencies that deliver these services.

Topics ✓ Housing

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 5167: Requires Commissioner of Education to recommend dates for spring break in school districts.

This bill requires the New Jersey Commissioner of Education to annually recommend specific dates for spring breaks for all public school districts. Under the new rules, districts that choose to offer spring breaks must consider these recommendations when creating their school calendars. The commissioner must provide these recommended dates to school districts by June 30 of the year before the school year begins. This measure aims to standardize the timing of spring breaks across the state while allowing individual districts the final decision on whether to implement them.

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 5153: Requires unexpended State aid for nonpublic school nursing services and nonpublic school security services to be used to support nonpublic school transportation services.*

This bill allows school districts in New Jersey to use leftover state funding for nonpublic school nursing services to pay for security services, and vice versa. Currently, districts must return any unused money from these specific programs to the state after the school year ends. The change permits districts to apply unspent funds from one program toward the costs of the other before a refund is required. This adjustment provides districts with more flexibility in managing state aid allocated for student safety and health care in private schools.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 4959: "Affordable Power Purchase Agreements Extension Act"; concerns extension of certain public entity contracts related to energy conservation and renewable energy production.

This bill extends the legal term for renewable energy contracts held by New Jersey public entities, specifically school boards. By amending state statutes, it allows these boards to continue purchasing power from renewable sources under existing agreements without needing to re-bid or renegotiate the deals immediately. The measure directly affects school districts and other public agencies that have previously entered into long-term energy conservation or green energy production agreements. It ensures the stability of these contracts by formally permitting their extension within the current legal framework for public procurement.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 3786: Requires paratransit vehicle operators to announce stops for passengers.*

This bill requires Access Link paratransit vehicle operators in New Jersey to announce every scheduled stop along their routes, either verbally or through a recording system. It directly affects drivers and staff who operate Access Link vehicles, a paratransit service provided by New Jersey Transit Corporation for individuals with disabilities. The legislation adds a new requirement that currently applies only to fixed-route transportation services, ensuring passengers on paratransit routes receive the same stop announcements as those on regular bus routes. The law will take effect on the first day of the second month following its enactment.

Topics ✓ Transportation

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 4641: Concerns authority of municipal governing body to notify insurance company if there is activity at rental property which is suspected to violate general terms of rental property insurance policy.

This bill authorizes New Jersey municipalities to create rules allowing them to notify insurance companies when observable activity at rental properties appears to violate insurance policy terms. It directly affects landlords, tenants, insurance providers, and local governments by enabling municipalities to designate officials who report issues like excessive noise, dangerous overcrowding, underage drinking, drug use, vandalism, violence, or reckless behavior without entering the property. The legislation also permits municipalities to request copies of rental property insurance policies from owners and takes effect immediately upon passage.

passed both · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 3739: Establishes certain electric vehicle supply equipment development processes and standards concerning public health and safety; removes certain existing approval requirements while preserving applicable safety and inspection standards.

This bill streamlines the approval process for installing electric vehicle charging equipment at existing buildings like gas stations and retail stores by replacing complex land use reviews with a simpler administrative permit system. The key provision allows these installations to proceed through a non-discretionary permit process as long as they meet state construction codes and safety standards, eliminating the need for site plan board reviews or variance requests. Local governments retain the authority to review applications only for specific, demonstrable public health and safety concerns rather than general planning issues, while inspections remain required to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Transportation

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 4535: Authorizes provision of residential mental health services in residential substance use disorders treatment facility or program under specified hospital affiliation and clinical support criteria.

This bill allows licensed residential substance use disorder treatment facilities in New Jersey to offer residential mental health services, provided they have a formal contractual agreement with a hospital that offers psychiatric or medical support. The law requires these facilities to maintain joint clinical governance, shared treatment protocols, 24-hour psychiatric and medical consultation availability, and clear procedures for transferring patients to inpatient care when needed. Facilities must file their hospital affiliation agreements with the Department of Health and follow existing state regulations for residential mental health treatment. The measure aims to create a structured pathway for treating individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in a sub-acute residential setting that bridges inpatient hospitalization and outpatient care.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 3947: Extends certain pay parity regarding telemedicine and telehealth.*

This bill permanently extends pay parity for telemedicine and telehealth services in New Jersey, requiring health insurance carriers to reimburse providers at the same rates as in-person care. It directly affects insurance companies, healthcare providers, and patients by mandating that out-of-pocket costs like deductibles and copayments for virtual visits cannot exceed those for in-person appointments. The legislation also prohibits insurers from restricting telehealth platforms, limiting service locations, or denying coverage for routine remote monitoring if the same care would be covered in person. Additionally, carriers must continue to allow patients to choose between in-person and virtual care rather than forcing telehealth as a substitute.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

passed both · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 3818: Authorizes creation of Borinqueneers license plates.

This bill authorizes the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission to issue special license plates for vehicles registered in the state that display "The Borinqueneers" along with imagery representing the 65th Infantry Regiment of the United States Army. Vehicle owners can apply for these plates by paying a $50 application fee and an additional $10 annual fee, which are deposited into a dedicated fund. The collected fees, after covering administrative costs, will be used to support programs benefiting veterans of the United States Army through the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill also establishes procedures for designing the plates, managing the fund, and coordinating between relevant state agencies to implement the program.

Topics ✓ Veterans

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 3811: Requires Governor's Office of Volunteerism to promote and support volunteerism for compliance with certain eligibility requirements for NJ FamilyCare and SNAP recipients; appropriates $200,000 to DHS, Office of Volunteerism, and DOLWD.**

This bill directs New Jersey's Department of Human Services to help residents meet new work and community engagement requirements for NJ FamilyCare health insurance and SNAP food assistance programs. It requires the state to create or update online tools and mobile apps that connect eligible individuals with approved volunteer opportunities and simplify the process of submitting proof of completed hours. The legislation specifically targets non-disabled adults aged 19-64 for NJ FamilyCare and expands SNAP work requirements to include people up to age 64 and those with dependent children over 14. By improving access to volunteer resources and streamlining documentation, the bill aims to help beneficiaries comply with federal mandates while maintaining their access to these safety-net programs.

Topics ✓ Technology

passed both · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 3939: Permits dual-use solar energy projects to participate in community solar program.*

This bill allows dual-use solar facilities, such as those on landfills or brownfields, to join New Jersey's community solar program, enabling customers to receive bill credits from remotely located solar projects. It requires the Board of Public Utilities to establish rules for a pilot program that sets project size limits, geographic restrictions, minimum participant numbers, and standards for protecting low and moderate income customers. The legislation also mandates that utilities can recover implementation costs and outlines a path to convert the pilot into a permanent program with specific capacity goals by 2029.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment