This bill (S 704) amends New Jersey's child labor laws to create an exemption for minors under 16 working as vloggers. It allows minors to work as vloggers - defined as creating video content featuring a minor for compensation on online platforms - without being subject to standard child labor restrictions, provided their caregiver or family member also complies with specific requirements (detailed in pending sections). The exemption specifically applies to minors working in this capacity under the bill's defined conditions. The bill was withdrawn after being approved as part of P.L.2025, c.355, meaning it became law through another legislative action.
This bill allows partnerships and joint ventures to bid on New Jersey public works projects (like roads, bridges, and water treatment facilities) and contracts requiring prevailing wages, provided every member of the partnership is independently registered. It requires such groups to register with the Department of Labor and Workforce Development before winning a contract and name a primary manager to oversee compliance. All parties in the partnership or joint venture become equally responsible for fulfilling the contract or facing penalties, including contract cancellation. The change specifically applies to heavy infrastructure projects, such as transit systems and environmental remediation, expanding bidding opportunities for collaborative business structures.
This bill directs New Jersey's Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to study the feasibility of developing advanced nuclear reactors statewide. The BPU, working with the Environmental Protection Department and Economic Development Authority, must complete an 18-month study covering suitable locations (like retired power sites), regulatory requirements, economic viability, safety, environmental impacts, and public input through three stakeholder sessions. The study will assess how to integrate reactors with existing infrastructure and recommend a potential statewide deployment program. The BPU must submit a final report to the Governor and Legislature within 18 months, including findings published online.
This bill amends New Jersey's Law Against Discrimination to explicitly prohibit discrimination based on "service in the Armed Forces of the United States or liability for service" (covering active duty, veterans, and National Guard/reserve members) in employment, housing, and public accommodations. It directly affects military service members, veterans, and their families by adding these categories to the list of protected characteristics under the law. The key mechanism is updating existing definitions and prohibitions in the statute to include military service status as a protected class, ensuring equal treatment in employment, housing, and public spaces. This change aligns with New Jersey's existing anti-discrimination framework without creating new enforcement mechanisms.
This bill clarifies which State Police rank changes require Attorney General approval. It allows the Superintendent to adjust ranks for most personnel (including troopers, detectives, and supervisors) without approval, but mandates Attorney General sign-off for command staff at major and lieutenant colonel levels. All changes must stay within existing budget limits for the Division of State Police. (Note: The bill was withdrawn as it was covered by existing law.)
This bill (S 2187) revises New Jersey's process for filling vacancies in the U.S. House of Representatives. It requires the governor to issue a special election writ within 10 days of a vacancy, unless the remaining term is less than 135 days. The bill also clarifies procedures for ballot placement and special election timing, aligning with existing statutes. Note: The bill was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, as it was already enacted in P.L.2025, c.275.
This bill extends a three-year pilot program for barber licensing in four New Jersey cities (Elizabeth, Passaic, Paterson, and Perth Amboy). It allows barbers from states or countries without barbering licenses to work temporarily (for 120 days, extendable) while applying for full licensure, provided they have professional experience and work under a licensed New Jersey barber. The temporary permit protects them from violating licensing laws during this period. The program also streamlines licensing for barbers from jurisdictions with similar standards, eliminating the need for exams in those cases.
This bill authorizes New Jersey to create special license plates honoring Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. Vehicle owners who apply pay a one-time $50 fee and an annual $10 fee, with these funds deposited into a dedicated "Phi Beta Sigma and Zeta Phi Beta License Plate Fund." The fund supports the mission and programs of both organizations through annual appropriations, after covering administrative costs. The license plate design is selected in consultation with the organizations' leadership, and the program requires no state funds for initial implementation.
This bill allows permanent New Jersey law enforcement officers with active police training certifications to receive a temporary 120-day appointment as State or county investigators. During this period, they may perform full investigator duties while being trained and certified as basic investigators. The temporary role remains active until the officer applies for and receives permanent investigator licensure through the Police Training Commission. This creates a formal pathway for officers to transition into investigator roles without requiring immediate permanent licensure.
This bill (S 692) would have modified licensing requirements for businesses that transport, broker, or process solid waste and soil/fill recyclable materials in New Jersey. It aimed to tighten background checks by requiring detailed "disclosure statements" from applicants, including personal information for key personnel (like names, addresses, and Social Security numbers), past violations of waste regulations, legal issues, and ownership details. The key change was expanding the scope of required disclosures to ensure applicants' competency, reliability, and integrity before receiving licenses. The bill was withdrawn after being incorporated into another law (P.L.2025, c.330), so it did not become effective.
This bill (S 1414) would have required pool and spa service businesses to obtain a permit from a new advisory committee before operating as general contractors for pool/spa construction and maintenance work. It would have mandated that these businesses employ at least one licensed employee (either as a pool builder/installer or service contractor) and pay required fees. The permit would allow such businesses to coordinate all aspects of pool/spa projects, including hiring subcontractors who perform specialized work (like plumbing or electrical) under licensed supervision. The bill was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, as it was superseded by an approved law (P.L.2025, c.381).
S 1982, the "Fentanyl and Xylazine Poisoning Awareness Act," requires New Jersey public school districts to include age-appropriate instruction on the dangers of fentanyl and xylazine in health and physical education curricula for students in grades 6-12. The bill mandates teaching about prevention, symptoms of poisoning, emergency response, and legal protections for seeking help, using resources from federal agencies like the CDC and DEA. School districts must provide this instruction as part of existing health standards, and the state education department must post related materials online for staff, students, and parents. The bill was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, after being approved as P.L.2025, c.278, and is no longer active.
