New Jersey Bills

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4317: Prohibits DEP from limiting number of mobile sport fishing permits issued annually; requires valid registration with New Jersey Saltwater Recreational Registry Program.

This bill directs the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to stop limiting the number of mobile sport fishing permits issued each year and to process applications in the order they are received. Starting in 2027, the department will also require applicants to hold a valid Conservation Identification Number before approving any permit applications. Additionally, the legislation mandates that at least 10% of the revenue from these permit sales be used for the maintenance of Island Beach State Park.

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4320: Directs Department of Agriculture to advertise and promote New Jersey liquors, beers, and wines.

This bill directs the New Jersey Department of Agriculture to advertise and promote liquors, beers, and wines produced within the state. It requires the department to include these alcoholic beverages in the existing Jersey Fresh Program, utilizing funds already allocated for that initiative. To do so, the department must create a quality grading and rating system for these products that mirrors the standards used for other agricultural commodities. The legislation applies immediately and affects producers of in-state alcoholic drinks by expanding the scope of the state's marketing efforts to include them.

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4328: Appropriates funds up to $25 million for distribution to certain school districts to support health care cost increases.

This bill allocates up to $25 million from the Property Tax Relief Fund to help certain New Jersey school districts cover rising health care costs. To qualify, a district must be spending below an adequacy threshold, have used its maximum allowable tax levy increase for the 2026-2027 school year, and lack available tax cap reserves. Eligible districts will receive a share of the funds based on their proportionate contribution to the statewide increase in health care costs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4327: Requires Commissioner of Education to establish criteria to be used by school districts in designating hazardous routes and provides State aid for each student transported along designated hazardous routes.

This bill requires the New Jersey Commissioner of Education to create specific criteria for identifying dangerous walking routes for students and provides state funding to districts that offer busing for students on those routes. The proposed criteria include measurable factors such as high traffic volume, lack of sidewalks, dangerous crossings, and environmental or social risks, with stricter standards for younger children and urban areas. Once a route is officially designated as hazardous, school districts must submit joint certifications to the state, and eligible students will receive state aid to cover the cost of courtesy busing services.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Transportation

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4322: Requires healthcare platforms to advise and consult with consumers.

This bill requires healthcare platforms in New Jersey to advise and consult with consumers regarding the therapeutic values, hazards, and uses of drugs, biologicals, and devices they send. The law mandates that these platforms provide this information using electronic methods such as email, text messaging, or video calls. It directly affects online services that allow members to obtain discounts on medications or access telemedicine services. The legislation clarifies that these platforms must follow existing pharmacy practice standards when communicating with users about their prescriptions and medical devices.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4311: "Self-Directed Care Access Act"; requires DHS to establish common intake system and application process for Medicaid self-directed care programs.

This bill directs New Jersey's Department of Human Services to create a single online portal that allows individuals to apply for and manage their own home and community-based services through various Medicaid waiver programs. The system will include a standardized application form and an automated screening process that matches eligible applicants with the appropriate self-directed care options. Additionally, the bill requires uniform documentation rules to simplify the hiring process for personal care workers hired directly by program participants. These changes aim to streamline access to existing services while remaining subject to necessary federal approvals.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4310: Revises law concerning vacating court orders to expunge criminal records.

This bill amends New Jersey law to allow courts to cancel previous orders that expunge criminal records under specific circumstances. It enables a person who received an expungement to request its removal if they later discover they had pending charges or other disqualifying factors that were not revealed during the original hearing. Additionally, the legislation permits a court to revoke an expungement order at any time if there is "good cause," such as the individual committing a new crime, being found ineligible for expungement, or having a change in circumstances that was not anticipated when the order was granted. The bill also establishes strict timelines for the legal process, requiring courts to rule on these petitions within 120 days and mandating that third parties provide proof of service when filing objections.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4323: Requires annual competitive tax credit auctions; dedicates proceeds to NJ Civic Information Consortium and public broadcasting system; reduces tax credits available for certain film productions; appropriates $15 million.

This bill establishes an annual competitive auction system for film and digital media tax credits in New Jersey, directing the resulting funds to the state's Civic Information Consortium and public broadcasting system. It reduces the available tax credit percentage for certain film productions while maintaining higher rates for specific digital media projects that meet strict local hiring and spending requirements. The legislation also includes a $15 million appropriation to support these initiatives and requires all recipients to include promotional materials for New Jersey in their final credits.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4314: Prohibits personalized algorithmic pricing and surveillance-based pricing by certain retailers in online commerce.

This bill prohibits large online retailers, airlines, ticket brokers, and ride-sharing companies in New Jersey from using a consumer's personal data to set individualized prices. Specifically, it bans pricing strategies that rely on algorithms analyzing personal information or surveillance technologies like cameras and sensors to determine what a specific customer pays. The law allows businesses to continue offering standard discounts, loyalty rewards, and surge pricing based on supply and demand, but it makes it illegal to charge different prices to different people based on their private data or protected characteristics. Violations of these rules are treated as consumer fraud offenses, subjecting companies to fines, cease-and-desist orders, and potential treble damages for injured consumers.

Topics ✓ Technology

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4132: Clarifies MVC voter registration prompts for certain persons.

This bill amends New Jersey law to prohibit the Motor Vehicle Commission from prompting non-citizens to register to vote during driver's license or ID applications. It establishes a system where the MVC automatically shares the contact and citizenship information of applicants who provide proof of U.S. citizenship with the state election office, provided those individuals are not already registered. Once the election office verifies eligibility, it registers the person to vote and sends a notice allowing them to decline or affiliate with a political party. The legislation explicitly states that the MVC cannot request citizenship documents solely for voter registration purposes and that existing voter registration rules remain unchanged.

Topics ✗ Immigration

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 21, 2026

S 3419: Requires sports wagering licensees to adopt and publish rules governing wagering account limitations and to notify patrons when accounts are limited.

This bill requires New Jersey sports wagering licensees (like online betting platforms and casinos) to create, publish, and get approval for clear rules about account limitations - such as play time caps, maximum bets, or deposit limits. Licensees must display these rules publicly and notify patrons in writing whenever an account is limited, explaining the reason. They must also review limited accounts periodically and report annually to gaming regulators on the frequency and types of limits imposed. These rules aim to increase transparency for bettors about how their accounts are managed.

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 21, 2026

S 3473: Revises definition of "contracting unit" for government cooperative purchasing agreements.

This bill revises the definition of "contracting unit" in New Jersey law to explicitly include State authorities and agencies (such as state agencies or authorities), which were previously excluded. As a result, State authorities and agencies can now participate in cooperative purchasing agreements - where multiple government entities pool resources to buy goods or services together - potentially saving costs through shared procurement. The bill does not change the exclusion of State boards, commissions, or committees, which remain ineligible for these agreements. This change clarifies eligibility for State entities to join existing cooperative purchasing frameworks without altering other procurement rules.

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