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signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Aug 6, 2026

A 4761: Authorizes funding for on-demand micro transit service under Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Program.

This bill authorizes funding for on-demand micro transit services under New Jersey's Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Program. It directly affects senior citizens and disabled residents by allowing them to access technology-enabled shared transportation that lets them choose pick-up and drop-off locations via phone or mobile app. The legislation amends existing state law to formally define "on-demand micro transit" and update related terminology within the transportation assistance framework. The program operates through the New Jersey Transit Corporation in coordination with local counties and advisory committees to ensure services meet accessibility needs.

Topics ✓ Technology ✓ Transportation

signed · New Jersey · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 4113: Enters NJ into Athletic Trainer Compact.

This bill allows New Jersey to join the Athletic Trainer Compact, a national agreement that lets licensed athletic trainers practice in other member states without needing separate licenses for each location. Under the new rules, qualified trainers from other states can provide services in New Jersey through a streamlined "compact privilege" as long as they meet uniform standards and agree to be regulated by the state where the patient is located. The legislation also includes provisions to support military families, facilitate telehealth services, and improve the sharing of disciplinary information among member states to protect public safety.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Aug 6, 2026

AJR 119: Designates November 7 of each year as "Shwachman Diamond Syndrome Awareness Day" in NJ.

AJR 119 designates November 7 of each year as "Shwachman Diamond Syndrome Awareness Day" in New Jersey. This symbolic resolution directly affects residents of New Jersey living with Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome (SDS), a rare genetic disorder impacting bone marrow, pancreas, and skeletal development. The bill requires the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials and citizens to observe the day with awareness activities. It aims to increase public understanding of SDS, support affected individuals, and promote further research into the condition. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal recognition of the disorder.

signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Aug 6, 2026

A 2391: Authorizes creation of "250th Anniversary Revolutionary War" license plates.

This bill authorizes New Jersey to create special "250th Anniversary Revolutionary War" license plates for motor vehicles. Vehicle owners who apply (paying a $50 one-time fee plus a $10 annual fee) can display these plates, with all fees deposited into a dedicated fund. The fund, managed by the Department of Treasury, uses these monies to support the preservation of Revolutionary War sites across New Jersey. The design and implementation involve coordination between the Motor Vehicle Commission and the New Jersey Historical Commission.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

signed · New Jersey · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 1493: Updates requirements for licensure in occupational therapy.

S 1493 updates New Jersey's occupational therapy licensure requirements by clarifying definitions and expanding recognized practice areas. It directly affects licensed occupational therapists, assistants, and the Occupational Therapy Advisory Council by adding LGBTQIA+ health, pelvic health, disaster management, and other modern practice areas to the scope of "occupational therapy services." The bill defines key terms like "continuing competence" (requiring documented professional development for license renewal) and "occupational performance" (covering daily life skills and health). These changes ensure licensure rules align with current practice standards without altering eligibility or fees.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Aug 6, 2026

A 4007: Requires sellers of real property to disclose presence of dams.

This New Jersey bill requires sellers of real property to disclose on the property condition disclosure statement whether a dam is located on the property and to provide details about the dam's hazard classification, inspection results (if required by law), and any obligations the buyer would assume. The disclosure form will include specific questions about dams, and sellers must explain "yes" answers or state "unknown" if they lack knowledge. The bill also directs purchasers to a state website maintained by the Department of Environmental Protection, which provides information on dam safety, ownership responsibilities, and hazard classifications. This requirement applies to property sales occurring 90 days after implementing regulations.

signed · New Jersey · Senate Jul 30, 2026

S 4407: Extends certain provisions relating to involuntary commitment.

This bill extends the duration of specific rules regarding involuntary commitment and the training requirements for short-term care facilities by eight months. It directly affects individuals subject to involuntary commitment procedures and the judges and staff at short-term care facilities who manage patient admissions. The key provision simply delays the expiration of existing laws in N.J.S.A. 30:4-27.9a and 30:4-27.9b, ensuring these regulations remain in effect for a longer period.

signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Jul 30, 2026

A 5223: Creates voluntary pilot program to allow certain facilities flexibility in their psychiatric bed status.

This bill establishes a voluntary pilot program allowing licensed psychiatric facilities in New Jersey to temporarily convert certain adult acute beds into adult closed acute beds without changing their official license. Under this program, facilities do not need separate approval from the Department of Health to make these temporary adjustments, and the initiative will last for 24 months unless extended by the state health commissioner. Participating facilities must submit quarterly reports detailing how often and for how long they used this flexibility, and these reports will be made public online. At the end of the pilot period, the health commissioner will review the results and submit a recommendation to the Governor and Legislature on whether to continue or make the program permanent.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · New Jersey · Senate Jul 30, 2026

S 4423: Appropriates $77,406,208 from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues and various Green Acres funds to DEP for local government open space acquisition and park development projects, and for certain administrative expenses.

This bill allocates approximately $77.4 million from dedicated tax revenues and Green Acres funds to the Department of Environmental Protection to support local government projects. The funding is divided between acquiring land for conservation and developing existing parks, with specific amounts designated for planning incentives, standard projects, and areas with high population density. Local municipalities and counties that meet certain population criteria are eligible to receive grants or loans to help them purchase or improve recreational spaces. Any remaining funds after the listed projects are funded may be used for additional approved initiatives with further committee approval.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment

signed · New Jersey · Senate Jul 30, 2026

S 4424: Appropriates $15,546,575 to DEP from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues for grants to certain nonprofit entities to acquire or develop lands for recreation and conservation purposes, and for certain administrative expenses.

This bill directs approximately $15.5 million from dedicated corporation business tax revenues to the Department of Environmental Protection for land conservation and recreation projects. The funds will provide grants to nonprofit organizations to purchase or develop land for open space, with specific allocations for land acquisition, park development, and stewardship activities. Additionally, the legislation allows the department to use leftover money from canceled projects to provide extra funding to previously approved initiatives, subject to oversight committee approval.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment

signed · New Jersey · Senate Jul 30, 2026

SJR 137: Designates June 10 of each year as "Christina Grimmie Day" in NJ.*

This bill designates June 10, 2026, as "Christina Grimmie Day" in New Jersey to honor the late singer and songwriter who grew up in Marlton, New Jersey. The resolution formally requests the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing the date, which marks the tenth anniversary of Grimmie's passing. While the bill does not alter laws or funding, it serves to acknowledge Grimmie's cultural contributions and her family's foundation that supports families affected by gun violence.

signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Jul 30, 2026

A 1738: Authorizes creation of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. license plates.

This bill authorizes New Jersey to issue specialty license plates featuring Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. branding. Vehicle owners in New Jersey can apply for these plates by paying a $50 initial fee and $10 annual renewal fee, with all collected funds deposited into a dedicated "Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. License Plate Fund." The fund supports the sorority's programs, including youth education, economic development, and health initiatives for underserved communities. The design and color scheme are determined jointly by the Motor Vehicle Commission and the sorority's Eastern Regional Director.