New Jersey Bills

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 18, 2026

AR 130: Recognizes NJ-Taiwan sister-state relationship and anniversary of Taiwan Relations Act; reiterates support for closer partnership between US, NJ, and Taiwan.

This Assembly Resolution commemorates the 37th anniversary of the sister-state relationship between New Jersey and Taiwan and the 47th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act. It reiterates support for strengthening economic, educational, and scientific partnerships among the United States, New Jersey, and Taiwan. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal statement recognizing existing diplomatic and economic ties. It directs copies to state and local officials and representatives of Taiwan's economic and cultural office in New York.

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 18, 2026

S 3977: Allows rounding for cash transactions.

This bill allows businesses in New Jersey to round cash transaction amounts to simplify payments after the penny's production ended in 2025. It applies only to cash payments, not cards or other non-cash methods, and sets specific rules for rounding prices ending in cents like $.01, $.02, $.03, or $.04 to the nearest nickel or dime. Businesses that choose to use this rounding system must follow the outlined rules, with fines ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 for violations. The law takes effect 30 days after being signed into legislation.

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 18, 2026

S 4109: Prohibits controller of commercial Internet website or online service from selling sensitive personal data.

This bill prohibits controllers of commercial websites and online services in New Jersey from selling sensitive personal data, such as financial information, health records, and biometric data. It applies to all individuals and legal entities regardless of the size of their consumer base and requires explicit consent before processing sensitive information. The law also mandates that companies implement strong data security practices and provides consumers with a clear mechanism to revoke consent within 15 days. Additionally, it requires data protection assessments for activities that pose a heightened risk of harm, including targeted advertising and data sales.

Topics ✓ Technology

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 18, 2026

S 4061: Allows value of SREC-IIs to be included in cost-benefit calculations under energy savings improvement programs.

This bill allows school districts in New Jersey to count the value of SREC-IIs (Solar Renewable Energy Credits) as part of the financial calculations when deciding whether energy-saving projects are cost-effective. It directly affects school boards and energy service companies that implement energy conservation programs in public schools. The key change permits these renewable energy credits to be included in cost-benefit analyses, potentially making it easier for districts to justify and fund energy efficiency improvements. The bill does not alter existing requirements for public bidding, prevailing wages, or contractor qualifications under current energy savings improvement programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 18, 2026

A 976: Allows for issuance of two-year temporary courtesy license for nonresident military spouses in certain professions.

This bill (A 976) creates a temporary license for nonresident military spouses who move to New Jersey due to a military spouse’s assignment. It allows these spouses to practice certain licensed professions (like nursing or social work) without full New Jersey licensure, provided they hold a current license in another state with equivalent requirements and meet other criteria like recent experience and a clean disciplinary record. Most temporary licenses are valid for one year (extendable once), but licenses for six specific professions (including nursing and social work) are valid for two years. The bill directly affects military spouses relocating with active-duty service members, enabling them to work in their licensed professions while adjusting to their new home state.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 18, 2026

A 936: Waives certain professional and occupational licensing fees for veterans and spouses of veterans.

This bill waives initial application and issuance fees for professional and occupational licenses in New Jersey for veterans and their spouses, domestic partners, or civil union partners who already hold a current, equivalent license in another state. It applies when the applicant resides in New Jersey and the out-of-state license meets the board's equivalent or substantially equivalent requirements. The exemption covers all licenses issued by professional boards under the Division of Consumer Affairs. The bill does not affect renewal fees or licenses obtained through other pathways.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 18, 2026

A 2733: Requires emergency departments to provide certain information to parents of children experiencing mental health crisis.

Bill A 2733 requires emergency departments in New Jersey general hospitals to provide parents or guardians of children experiencing mental health crises with contact information for nearby county-based care management organizations (CMOs). These CMOs are defined as nonprofit groups offering in-person support for youth with complex needs and their families. The bill mandates that hospitals share this specific information during emergency visits, directly affecting parents/guardians, emergency departments, and CMOs. It takes effect 90 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 18, 2026

A 1502: "Patient and Provider Protection Act."

This bill regulates pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) and insurance carriers to increase transparency and fairness in prescription drug coverage. It requires carriers and PBMs to establish pharmacy and therapeutics committees with strict conflict-of-interest rules, prohibits commission-based PBM compensation (mandating flat fees instead), and mandates detailed reporting of PBM fees for insurance filings. The law directly affects insurers, PBMs, and pharmacies by changing how drug formularies (approved drug lists) are managed and how PBM costs are calculated and disclosed. Key provisions include banning preferential formulary placement for higher-cost drugs over lower-cost generics/biosimilars and requiring actuarial documentation for PBM compensation. The bill aims to reduce patient cost-sharing and ensure PBM compensation aligns with administrative costs.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 18, 2026

A 3577: Requires issuance of report on certain information and data on processing of applications for professional and occupational licenses and mandates review of training and call intake in Division of Consumer Affairs.

This bill (A 3577) requires New Jersey's Division of Consumer Affairs to collect specific data on professional and occupational license applications and submit a report to the Governor and Legislature within six months. The report must include details like the number of pending applications, average processing times, common errors in incomplete applications, call volume categories from applicants, and funding for staff and technology. Additionally, the bill mandates that the Attorney General develop profession-specific training for new employees processing license applications and review outsourcing phone call handling. The law directly affects license applicants by requiring the state to track and report on application processing efficiency and support for the licensing division.

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly May 18, 2026

A 3108: Requires Department of Agriculture to take various actions to publicize and promote community supported agriculture in New Jersey.

New Jersey bill A 3108 requires the Department of Agriculture to promote community supported agriculture (CSA) programs. Within 180 days of enactment, the Department must create a public website listing all CSA farms and enabling online subscriptions, run statewide advertising campaigns highlighting CSA benefits, and develop promotional labels for CSA-marketed products (using "Jersey Fresh" branding where appropriate). The bill also establishes an annual "Community Supported Agriculture Week" in February to showcase local farm-to-table connections through events in schools, markets, and community venues. This directly affects New Jersey farms participating in CSAs and consumers seeking locally sourced seasonal food through subscription programs.

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 18, 2026

S 3377: Directs DEP to lift conservation restrictions imposed as condition of CAFRA permit under certain conditions.

This bill (S 3377) requires New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to lift conservation restrictions - land use limits tied to coastal development permits under the Coastal Area Facility Review Act (CAFRA) - when a landowner seeks to expand a school for special needs children. To qualify, the DEP must confirm the land is needed for the school expansion and enforce a new conservation restriction on a different parcel that is at least twice as large and within 20 miles of the original site. The new restriction must provide similar environmental protection as the one being lifted. This applies only to parcels subject to CAFRA permits and directly affects landowners seeking to modify such conservation conditions for school expansion.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly May 18, 2026

A 4048: Requires notification to members of health club if club is to be sold and health club services contract assigned to new owner.

This bill requires health clubs to notify members in writing if the club is sold and their service contracts are assigned to a new owner. It mandates that health clubs provide members with a clear copy of their written contract at signing, including the total payment obligation and a prominent cancellation notice. Members retain the existing right to cancel contracts within three business days for any reason, with full refunds required within 30 days. The law applies directly to health club members who have prepaid for services, ensuring they are informed of ownership changes that could affect their contracts.

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