New Jersey Bills

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4508: Modifies capital reserve funding requirement for associations of planned real estate developments.

This bill modifies the capital reserve funding requirements for homeowners associations in planned real estate developments in New Jersey. It mandates that these associations conduct professional reserve studies every five years to assess the costs of maintaining and repairing common building areas. The studies must include detailed financial projections, such as a 30- or 35-year funding plan that allows the reserve fund balance to reach zero at the end of the period, and they must be reviewed by licensed engineers, architects, or credentialed specialists. Additionally, the bill exempts associations with less than $25,000 in total common area capital assets from these requirements.

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4509: Expands employer provided commuter transportation benefit to include micromobility-sharing arrangements and transportation network company services.

This bill expands the definition of eligible commuter transportation benefits in New Jersey to include micromobility-sharing services like bike and scooter rentals, as well as prearranged rides from transportation network companies such as ride-sharing apps. By amending existing state law, the legislation allows employers to offer these specific travel options to employees as part of their tax-advantaged commuter benefit programs, which are currently limited to traditional transit, carpooling, and walking. The update aims to modernize the list of approved commuting methods to reflect current transportation trends while maintaining federal tax compliance limits on the value of these benefits.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Transportation

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4510: "Processing Establishment Fast Track Act"; establishes expedited permitting review program in Department of Agriculture for certain meat and poultry processing establishments.

This bill creates a new "Fast Track" program within the New Jersey Department of Agriculture to speed up the permitting process for small meat and poultry processing facilities. The program requires state and local agencies to review permit applications together and mandates that applications be deemed complete if the department does not provide feedback within 15 days. Additionally, the law sets a strict 60-day deadline for agencies to make a final decision on permits and requires annual reporting on processing times and approval rates. These changes directly affect qualifying establishments, which are defined as licensed facilities under 50,000 square feet engaged in custom slaughter or limited meat processing.

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4414: Requires DCF to strengthen Statewide pediatric psychiatry and behavioral health care services for children and families.

This bill directs New Jersey's Department of Children and Families to improve access to mental health care for children and their families. It mandates the expansion of services for pediatricians through the New Jersey Pediatric Psychiatry Collaborative, which includes providing telepsychiatry tools, real-time specialist guidance, and better care coordination. The legislation also requires the department to work with other agencies to adjust payment rates for these services, increase transparency in how care providers are managed, and launch a public awareness campaign to help families find help. Additionally, the bill establishes new data reporting requirements for hospitals and clinics to track how often children seek psychiatric or behavioral health care.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4151: Authorizes Class Three special law enforcement officers to provide security in places of religious worship; makes certain clarifications concerning their use in nonpublic schools.

This bill expands the authority of Class Three special law enforcement officers in New Jersey to provide security at places of religious worship, such as churches and mosques, in addition to their existing roles at schools. Under the new provisions, these officers would possess full police powers while on duty at religious sites, though they must complete specific training and certification to carry firearms. The legislation also clarifies that school districts hiring these officers for public schools must also provide them for nonpublic schools within the same district. Finally, the act allows current officers to continue their service if they complete the required training and certification within 24 months of the bill's effective date.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4281: Modifies calculation of preschool education aid for certain school districts.

This bill modifies how New Jersey school districts calculate the tax levy limits for preschool education aid, specifically targeting districts that operate pilot programs or are newly receiving such funding. It establishes a formula that allows districts to raise taxes to cover local shares of preschool costs by accounting for increases in student enrollment, healthcare expenses, and pension contributions beyond set thresholds. The legislation also includes specific rules for districts with low tax levies and those participating in pilot programs starting in the 2027-2028 school year. Ultimately, the act updates existing state laws to provide clearer guidelines on how much local funding districts can generate to support preschool education.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4260: Establishes pilot program in certain counties to provide funding for nonpublic school nursing services through county consortium of nonpublic schools.

This bill creates a three-year pilot program in large New Jersey counties to allow groups of nonpublic schools to share funding for nursing services. Under the plan, school districts would transfer state aid currently given for nonpublic nursing directly to a nonprofit consortium that would deliver these services to participating students. The legislation requires the consortium to undergo annual audits and mandates that the state education commissioner evaluate the program's success after two years to decide whether to expand it statewide.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 711: Eliminates transaction nexus requirement under Sales and Use Tax and Corporation Business Tax.

This bill eliminates a transaction-based requirement for remote sellers and corporations to pay New Jersey sales/use tax and corporate business tax. Currently, sellers must collect tax if they make 200+ separate transactions in New Jersey or exceed $100,000 in revenue. The bill removes the 200-transaction threshold, meaning only the $100,000 revenue rule remains to determine tax obligations. It directly affects out-of-state online retailers and corporations operating in New Jersey without a physical presence. The change applies only to future transactions, not retroactively.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 23, 2026

A 5287: Reallocates FY2025 appropriation for City of Paterson - Recreation Center Capital Construction (PTRF) to NJ Community Development Corporation for youth center project in City of Paterson.

This bill directs unspent funds originally set aside for the City of Paterson's recreation center capital improvements to the New Jersey Community Development Corporation instead. The legislation allows these remaining dollars from the Fiscal Year 2025 budget to be used for a youth center project in Paterson, subject to approval by the Director of the Division of Budget and Accounting. This change does not add new money to the state budget but simply shifts the purpose of existing unexpended appropriations to support the new initiative.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 23, 2026

A 5314: Establishes list of essential employees for purposes of travel during state of emergency.

This New Jersey bill creates an official list of essential employees to help determine who may travel freely during a state of emergency. The State Office of Emergency Management will maintain this list after reviewing submissions from public and private entities that identify workers whose roles are critical to public safety or infrastructure. Once included on the list, these individuals, such as first responders and other designated staff, can access restricted areas to perform necessary duties. The bill also ensures that the personal information submitted for the list remains confidential and is only shared for emergency verification purposes.

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 23, 2026

A 5318: Establishes virtual reality simulator program in DOC facilities.

This New Jersey bill mandates that inmates with 24 months or more remaining on their sentences participate in a virtual reality life skills simulator program within Department of Corrections facilities. The program is designed to teach practical skills such as resume writing, budgeting, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation through immersive simulations. Inmates who successfully complete this training will become eligible for additional time credits toward their release. The legislation also updates existing workforce training laws to include this new virtual reality component as a required part of inmate education.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Technology

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 23, 2026

A 5312: Concerns New Jersey 2-1-1 information and referral system; makes appropriation.

This bill updates New Jersey's 2-1-1 information and referral system to require operators to actively connect callers with service providers rather than just giving them phone numbers. It mandates that specialists use "warm handoffs," such as direct phone transfers or appointment scheduling, to link individuals needing help with health, housing, and food resources when possible. To support these changes, the legislation requires the state to invest in technology that allows for real-time availability checks and tracks whether referrals successfully lead to service connections. Service providers are asked to participate in this coordinated system and keep their availability information current, while the Department of Human Services must submit annual reports on the program's effectiveness. The bill also authorizes the necessary funding and gives the department power to create rules for implementing these new operational standards.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing ✓ Technology

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