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passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 29, 2025

AJR 56: Designates May of each year as "Older Americans Month" in New Jersey.

AJR 56 designates May of each year as "Older Americans Month" in New Jersey. The resolution requests the Governor issue an annual proclamation to honor older residents' contributions and encourage community recognition of their ongoing value. It does not create new laws or alter existing policies, but formally recognizes older Americans' roles in society, including their workforce participation and community engagement. This ceremonial designation aligns with the national observance established since 1980.
Reginald Atkins (D) Linda Carter (D) · 4 co-sponsors
passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 29, 2025

A 5424: Promotes housing availability and prevents speculation by imposing fee for institutional ownership of certain unproductive residential property.

This bill imposes a $30,000 annual fee on institutional investors owning residential properties that are unproductive (abandoned or vacant for 12+ months without continuous or seasonal occupancy). Exemptions apply to nonprofits providing affordable housing, small institutional investors (owning 20 or fewer properties), and properties acquired through foreclosure. Institutional investors must submit annual reports detailing their properties to the Commissioner of Community Affairs, with penalties of $500 for first offenses and $1,000 for subsequent failures. The fee revenue will fund housing initiatives as New Jersey faces a housing shortage with 10% fewer single-family homes available compared to the previous year. The bill aims to incentivize productive use of residential properties and increase housing availability.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes $30k annual fee on vacant institutional properties, generating revenue to promote housing availability and closing tax loophole on underutilized assets.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill A 5424 promotes housing availability by imposing fees on unproductive residential properties held by institutional investors, explicitly aiming to prevent speculation.95% confidence
Reginald Atkins (D) Yvonne Lopez (D) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 29, 2025

A 5572: Establishes quorum standards for professional licensing entities under certain circumstances.

This bill (A5572) establishes new quorum rules for New Jersey professional licensing boards and committees that process license applications without requiring legal review due to criminal background checks. It allows a quorum to be formed with just the chair present if the entity cannot achieve a regular quorum after 90 days due to vacancies or needing all members present at every meeting. The change specifically applies to entities overseen by the Division of Consumer Affairs or other state agencies handling licensure applications. This streamlines processing for certain applications while maintaining oversight requirements. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Shanique Speight (D) Sterley Stanley (D) Alixon Collazos-Gill (D) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 29, 2025

A 4753: Requires hospitals and birthing facilities to request new parents watch water safety video prior to discharge.

New Jersey bill A4753 requires hospitals and birthing facilities to show new parents (and any adult family members present at birth) a water safety video before discharge. The video covers drowning risks in bathtubs and pools, importance of swimming instruction, life jacket use, and pool safety features like fences. Facilities must incorporate this video into standard discharge procedures, with the Department of Health creating and distributing the video via its website or electronic means. This applies to all licensed birthing facilities providing newborn care in the state.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires hospitals to provide water safety education to prevent drowning, a public health initiative improving patient safety under healthcare's public health programs.90% confidence
Bill Spearman (D) Sean Kean (R) Alixon Collazos-Gill (D) · 4 co-sponsors
passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 29, 2025

A 5618: Requires Administrative Office of the Courts to collect and publish statistical information about consumer debt lawsuits.

This bill requires New Jersey's Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) to collect and publish annual statistics on consumer debt lawsuits statewide and by county. It mandates tracking specific data points including new filings (broken down by court division), pending cases over three months, attorney representation for defendants, judgment types (including defaults), and other dispositions. The statistics aim to fill a current gap, as the AOC currently reports general civil case data but not debt-specific details. This transparency targets courts, lawmakers, and advocates seeking to understand and address issues in consumer debt litigation.
Cody Miller (D)
passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 22, 2025

AR 193: Affirms support for SNAP and program's progress in reducing hunger among vulnerable populations in New Jersey.

This resolution (AR 193) expresses New Jersey's support for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and condemns federal budget cuts that would reduce SNAP funding by $300 billion over ten years. It urges the U.S. Senate to reject these cuts, noting that nearly 850,000 New Jersey residents - including vulnerable groups like seniors, children, veterans, and the disabled - rely on SNAP benefits to address food insecurity. The resolution specifically references the House of Representatives' May 22, 2025, vote approving these cuts as unconscionable.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill AR 193 condemns federal budget cuts to SNAP and urges their rejection, thus advocating for the funding and protection of an essential government program related to fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill supports SNAP benefits for children, improving food security which is crucial for their ability to learn and succeed in education.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill supports SNAP, which addresses food insecurity among vulnerable populations. Food security is a critical determinant of public health, indirectly supporting population health outcomes.65% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill explicitly states that veterans rely on SNAP benefits and advocates for maintaining SNAP funding, directly protecting a benefit for veterans.95% confidence
Bill Spearman (D) Shama Haider (D) Craig Coughlin (D)
passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 12, 2025

A 3732: Establishes third degree crime for certain trespasses involving victim of domestic violence.

This bill makes it a third-degree crime (carrying up to 5 years in prison or a $15,000 fine) for someone to enter the dwelling of a domestic violence victim protected by a restraining order against them, if they intend to cause harm or commit another crime. It creates a legal presumption that such intent exists if a restraining order is active or if the person has prior domestic violence charges or convictions involving the victim. This presumption prevents judges from imposing nonimprisonment sentences (like probation) for these offenses. The bill directly affects individuals who violate domestic violence restraining orders by trespassing in a victim's home.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens domestic violence protections by creating presumption of intent for restraining order violations, increasing penalties to deter repeat offenses and enhance victim safety within criminal justice framework.95% confidence
Carol Murphy (D) Michele Matsikoudis (R) · 3 co-sponsors
passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 12, 2025

AJR 205: Permanently designates last week in February as "Eating Disorders Awareness Week" in New Jersey.

This resolution permanently designates the last week in February as "Eating Disorders Awareness Week" in New Jersey. It requests the Governor to issue an annual proclamation for the week and encourages public officials and citizens to observe it with awareness activities. The resolution also directs that copies be sent to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) to support their work. The goal is to raise public awareness about eating disorders and encourage affected individuals and families to seek treatment.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDesignates 'Eating Disorders Awareness Week' to raise public awareness, supporting public health education and indirectly improving access to mental health services.80% confidence
Gabe Rodriguez (D) Heather Simmons (D) Tennille McCoy (D) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 12, 2025

A 3734: Permits court to order transfer of billing responsibility for, and rights to, wireless telephone number to certain victims of domestic violence or stalking.

This bill allows courts to order wireless phone service providers to transfer billing responsibility and ownership of a phone number to victims of domestic violence or stalking who have obtained a final restraining order. The court issues a separate order to the provider, specifying the victim's details and ensuring their contact information remains confidential from the abuser. After the transfer, the victim assumes all ongoing costs for the phone number and associated devices, though providers may require standard account setup documentation. If a provider cannot complete the transfer due to technical issues, they must notify both the victim and court within 72 hours.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects domestic violence victims by enabling court-ordered phone number transfers with confidentiality, directly supporting victim safety within criminal justice system.92% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates confidentiality of victim contact info during wireless number transfers, directly protecting data privacy in telecom services.95% confidence
Reginald Atkins (D) Carol Murphy (D) Ellen Park (D)
passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 12, 2025

A 1389: Requires seizure of ammunition and certain firearm components in response to domestic violence restraining order or conviction.

This bill requires law enforcement to seize ammunition and specific firearm components (such as detachable magazines, slides, barrels, and other parts essential to firearm operation) when a domestic violence restraining order is issued or following a domestic violence conviction. It expands current law, which only required seizure of firearms, to include these additional items that could be used with firearms. The bill defines "firearm accessory" as devices that attach to or facilitate firearm operation (like stocks or grips) and "firearm component" as parts material to a firearm's function. This applies to individuals subject to domestic violence restraining orders or convicted of domestic violence offenses in New Jersey.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpands firearm seizure requirements to prevent domestic violence recidivism, aligning with criminal justice reform by enhancing victim safety through stricter firearm access controls.92% confidence
Garnet Hall (D) Shama Haider (D) Ellen Park (D) · 3 co-sponsors
passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 12, 2025

A 1211: Upgrades criminal penalties for use or possession of payment card scanning device; requires merchant to take reasonable safety measures to prevent scanning of payment card.

This New Jersey bill (A1211) upgrades criminal penalties for stealing payment card data and requires merchants to prevent such theft. It increases penalties for using scanning devices to steal card information: first-time use becomes a third-degree crime (up to 5 years in prison), while repeated offenses causing $50,000+ in theft become a second-degree crime (5-10 years). Merchants must implement reasonable security measures like regular terminal inspections, employee training on scanning devices, security cameras, and encryption software, as defined by the Division of Consumer Affairs. The law applies to all businesses accepting payment cards in New Jersey and takes effect seven months after enactment.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases penalties for payment card theft, expanding criminalization and increasing sentences per CRIMES subject.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates merchant security measures to prevent payment card data theft, enhancing cybersecurity and data privacy protections per bill's requirements.95% confidence
Reginald Atkins (D) Carol Murphy (D) Will Sampson (D) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 12, 2025

A 4983: Requires certain athletic trainers and certain coaches of interscholastic sports, cheerleading and dance programs, and collegiate sports to complete student-athlete eating disorder training program developed by Commissioner of Education.

This bill requires athletic trainers and coaches in New Jersey public schools (for middle/high school sports, cheerleading, and dance programs) and public colleges to complete a standardized eating disorder awareness training program. The training, developed by the Commissioner of Education with health and education officials, covers identifying eating disorders, prevention strategies, available support services, and protocols for connecting student-athletes with help. Coaches and trainers must complete the training initially within six months of the program's launch and every two years thereafter, with new hires required to complete it within six months of appointment. Additionally, school boards and public universities must adopt protocols for addressing suspected eating disorders among student-athletes.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires training for school/college staff on student-athlete eating disorders, enhancing student health support within educational settings per bill's focus on student welfare and safety protocols.90% confidence
Garnet Hall (D) Mitchelle Drulis (D) Rosy Bagolie (D) · 2 co-sponsors
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