This bill establishes a 20-member Chronic Absenteeism Task Force to study chronic absenteeism in New Jersey public schools. The task force, appointed by the Governor and legislative leaders, will analyze root causes - including mental health, school climate, pandemic impacts, and discipline policies - and research state best practices to develop recommendations. It must issue a final report to the Governor and Legislature within six months, focusing on strategies to improve school attendance and family engagement. The task force expires 30 days after submitting its report. This bill directly affects public school students and districts by addressing a growing issue: chronic absenteeism rose to 16.6% in 2022-2023, up from 10.6% pre-pandemic.
This bill amends New Jersey's brewery licensing laws to permit certain licensed breweries to sell alcoholic beverages by the glass for on-premises consumption in designated salesrooms. Specifically, it expands the "Limited brewery license" (Section 1b) to allow license holders to sell up to 15.5 fluid gallons per person for off-premises consumption and to offer samples, while maintaining existing restrictions on food sales. The provision directly affects licensed breweries seeking to sell directly to consumers in tasting rooms or sales facilities. Note: The bill's title incorrectly references "wineries," but the text applies only to breweries producing malt alcoholic beverages, not wine producers. This bill was withdrawn after being enacted as P.L.2025, c.376.
This bill, "The Manufactured Home Park Protection Act" (A-790), gives residents in certain manufactured home communities (with 10+ sites) the right to buy their land before the landowner sells to outsiders. It requires landowners to notify resident homeowners and a state-listed registry of affordable housing nonprofits when selling the community. Residents can form groups or purchase entities to collectively buy the land, with the Department of Community Affairs maintaining a public list of nonprofits ready to assist. The bill modifies existing law to prioritize resident ownership and prevent displacement in these communities. (Note: The bill was withdrawn after being superseded by P.L.2025, c.362.)
AJR 96 designates July 30 of each year as "Clarence 'Coach C' Collins Day" to honor his 13-year service as a youth mentor at University Academy Charter High School in Jersey City. The bill recognizes his work developing academic and career workshops for at-risk students, reforming youth internship programs with the City Recreation Department, and founding community initiatives like the Woodlawn Avenue Block Association. It requests the Governor issue an annual proclamation to commemorate his legacy of supporting youth and strengthening community ties. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy changes, solely celebrating Collins' impact on Jersey City's youth and community.
This bill clarifies that home improvement and home elevation contractors in New Jersey must be licensed by the state board or work under a licensed supervisor. It directly affects contractors performing these services by requiring compliance with licensing rules, eliminating unlicensed work. The key provision specifies that unlicensed individuals cannot perform such work directly, ensuring all contractors meet state standards. This aligns with existing licensing requirements under current law, removing ambiguity about who may legally provide these services.
This bill requires private contractors operating New Jersey's motor vehicle inspection facilities to offer full-time employment to eligible employees of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission who lose their jobs due to contract outsourcing. The number of job offers must be proportional to the contractor's share of inspection lanes (e.g., a contractor operating 30% of lanes must offer jobs to 30% of affected employees). It also mandates that collective bargaining agreements covering these employees remain binding under the new contract. This policy directly affects state employees working in motor vehicle inspection facilities when operations transition to private contractors.
This bill (A1196) clarifies that New Jersey residents can register to vote when applying for a driver's license or license renewal at a Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) office. It amends voter registration law to explicitly include MVC transactions as a valid registration method (under subsection b of R.S.19:31-6), directly affecting anyone visiting an MVC office for driver's license services. The bill also updates procedures for processing registration forms and notifications, ensuring consistency with existing electronic systems. Note: This bill was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, as its provisions were approved through P.L.2025, c.204.
This bill allows businesses registered with New Jersey's Division of Revenue to opt into receiving official business notices (like new rules or economic incentives) via email instead of paper mail. It applies to most business entities (corporations, nonprofits, etc.) that file registration documents, excluding government agencies. Businesses must still maintain physical mailing addresses for legal notices, and paper mail remains required where state law specifically mandates it. The Division of Revenue will collect email addresses and share them with relevant agencies (like Taxation and Economic Development) to enable electronic notifications.
This bill amends New Jersey law to extend the deadline for enrolling newborn infants in health benefits coverage from 60 to 90 days after birth. It directly affects newborns and their parents, requiring health insurance corporations to allow enrollment within this longer timeframe. The key provision states that parents must notify the insurer and pay the required subscription amount within 90 days to maintain coverage beyond that period. The bill was withdrawn as it was already enacted into law through P.L.2025, c.194.
This bill (A 481) upgrades penalties for cyber-harassment targeting public servants or their family members, raising it from a fourth-degree to a third-degree crime. It also establishes the Office of Cyber-Harassment Support within the Department of Law and Public Safety to provide victim assistance, develop educational programs, and coordinate with law enforcement and schools on cyber-harassment prevention. Key provisions include creating accessible reporting systems for victims, requiring school-based cyber ethics education, and collaborating with social media platforms to address harmful content. Note: The bill was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, after being superseded by enacted legislation (P.L.2025, c.303).
This bill (A 1172) proposed revising legal definitions related to waterfront workers and operations in New Jersey, specifically amending P.L.2017, c.324. It defined terms like "longshoreman," "carrier of freight by water," "marine terminal," and "hiring agent" to clarify roles and responsibilities in port operations. These definitions would have directly affected workers (e.g., longshoremen), carriers, stevedores, and enforcement agencies like the Division of State Police. The bill was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, as it was superseded by the enacted P.L.2025, c.333, meaning it did not become law.
This bill modernizes the New Jersey Council of County Colleges' role in state funding and strategic planning. It requires the Council to submit an annual unified budget request to the Governor and Legislature, establish a performance-based funding formula (capping state operational support at 43% of colleges' base-year costs), and develop a strategic plan aligned with state priorities. The Council must also advise state agencies on higher education policy, promote equitable funding, and enhance data sharing for student success initiatives. Note: The bill was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, as it was superseded by P.L.2025, c.371.
