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in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 1842: Requires distribution of certain eviction prevention information.

This New Jersey bill (S 1842) requires landlords to provide tenants with specific eviction prevention resources. Landlords must distribute a bilingual (English/Spanish) statement and separate eviction avoidance materials within 30 days of availability, to all current tenants and new tenants at lease signing or renewal, with tenants signing an acknowledgment. The materials must include the New Jersey Eviction Guide, contact information for the Office of Eviction Prevention, Eviction Prevention Program details, and local court resources. Landlords who fail to comply face a $1,000 penalty per violation, enforceable through court proceedings.

Topics ✓ Housing

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Feb 5, 2026

S 3097: "Protection of Homeownership and Limiting Institutional Investor Acquisition Act"; imposes limitations and establishes certain incentives and disincentives concerning acquisition of single-family residences.

S 3097, the "Protection of Homeownership and Limiting Institutional Investor Acquisition Act," would limit institutional investors' acquisition of single-family homes by imposing tax disincentives (such as higher taxes) on such purchases while creating tax incentives and down payment assistance for individual homebuyers seeking starter homes. The bill also reduces regulatory barriers to building new single-family homes and offers tax incentives to developers for constructing these properties. These provisions directly affect institutional real estate investors and individual homebuyers in New Jersey, aiming to increase housing availability for average residents. The policy changes focus on making homeownership more accessible by countering institutional market dominance without specifying expected outcomes.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

Sub-Topics Homeownership

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 1105: Makes supplemental appropriation of $600,000 to Joseph's House of Camden to provide shelter and services to people experiencing homelessness.

S 1105 provides an additional $600,000 in state funding to Joseph's House of Camden, a shelter in Camden, New Jersey. This supplemental appropriation directly supports the organization's existing services for people experiencing homelessness, including shelter and related programs. The funding comes from the General Fund under the Social Services Programs budget category (specifically line item 05-8050). The bill does not create new programs but allocates existing state resources to strengthen current homeless services at this specific shelter.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Homelessness

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 2624: Prohibits facilitation of agreements among rental property owners who restrict competition with respect to residential dwelling units.

This bill prohibits rental property owners and software companies from using technology that coordinates rent increases across multiple properties. It specifically bans "coordinating functions" where software collects real-time pricing data from multiple landlords, analyzes it with algorithms, and recommends uniform rent prices - effectively enabling tacit price-fixing agreements. The law applies to all residential rental properties (excluding certain facilities) and makes such coordination a violation of New Jersey’s Antitrust Act. Enforcement would occur through existing antitrust mechanisms, with education efforts to inform tenants about suspected violations.

Topics ✓ Housing ✗ Technology

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 65: Requires mortgage lenders to maintain vacant, age-restricted dwelling units during foreclosure.

This bill requires mortgage lenders to maintain vacant, age-restricted housing units (typically senior living communities) during foreclosure proceedings. Lenders must notify municipalities within 10 days of filing foreclosure actions and provide contact details for property maintenance representatives. If a vacant unit becomes a safety hazard or code violation, the lender - not the municipality - must address it within 30 days, or face penalties. The bill applies specifically to properties designated as age-restricted under New Jersey law, ensuring continued upkeep during legal proceedings.

Topics ✓ Housing

Sub-Topics Mortgages

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 1507: Increases penalty for landlord in violation of "The Truth-in-Renting Act" from $100 to $1,000; permits tenant to recover reasonable attorney's fees.

This bill (S 1507) increases penalties for landlords who violate New Jersey's "Truth-in-Renting Act" from $100 to $1,000 per violation. It directly affects tenants who face landlord violations, such as failing to provide required rental guides, refusing cash receipts, or blocking payment methods. The bill also allows tenants to recover reasonable attorney fees, court costs, and related expenses when suing for these violations. These changes aim to strengthen tenant protections by raising financial consequences for landlords and reducing legal barriers for tenants seeking redress.

Topics ✓ Housing

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 1946: Allows municipalities to establish affordable housing preference for their residents.

S 1946 allows New Jersey municipalities to create programs giving priority for affordable housing units to low- and moderate-income veterans who served in wartime or emergencies (up to 50% of affordable units in a project). It amends state housing law to let municipalities use tools like rezoning, tax abatements, or public land to build affordable housing while requiring units to remain affordable for at least six years. The bill specifically adds a veteran preference mechanism into housing selection processes but does not require municipalities to raise taxes or spend public funds for this purpose. This directly affects municipalities developing housing projects and low-to-moderate-income veterans seeking housing in New Jersey.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Zoning Veteran Employment Veteran Housing

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 3051: Establishes Safe Haven Homeless Housing Program; appropriates $30 million.

This bill establishes New Jersey's Safe Haven Homeless Housing Program, which would provide low-interest loans to developers to convert underused buildings (like vacant malls, warehouses, or hotels) into housing for homeless individuals and families. The program targets "very low-income households" (earning ≤30% of area median income) and offers two housing types: transitional housing (up to 24 months with support services) and permanent supportive housing. It appropriates $30 million from federal American Rescue Plan Act funds to create a dedicated Safe Haven Homeless Housing Fund, administered by the state Housing Agency, with interest earnings also deposited into the fund. The bill requires the agency to develop implementing rules but does not change existing eligibility or housing standards.

Topics ✓ Housing

Sub-Topics Homelessness

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 760: Creates the "Mold Safe Housing Act."

S 760, the "Mold Safe Housing Act," requires landlords in New Jersey to address mold hazards in rental properties within 72 hours of tenant notification. It mandates inspections before occupancy changes for certain buildings and creates a process where tenants can request mold remediation, with landlords facing financial liability if they fail to comply. The bill establishes a relocation program for tenants in unsafe housing, allowing the state to seek reimbursement from negligent landlords for relocation costs. This law directly affects renters in mold-prone housing, landlords, and local housing authorities, focusing on health safety through enforceable cleanup deadlines and financial accountability.

Topics ✓ Housing

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 1832: The "Vacant Property Revitalization and Affordable Housing Act"; establishes fund to revitalize certain real property and revises process for tax lien holder to foreclose the right of redemption; appropriates $50 million.

This bill creates a $50 million state fund to help municipalities revitalize vacant, abandoned, or foreclosed properties and convert them into affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents. It modifies foreclosure rules to allow certified mail notice instead of personal service for tax lien holders seeking to foreclose, speeding up the process while complying with due process requirements established by recent court rulings. The bill directly affects municipalities (which manage property revitalization), tax lien holders (like counties), and renters who benefit from new affordable housing. Key provisions include the dedicated funding for rehabilitation and revised procedures to reduce delays in repurposing properties, addressing New Jersey's shortage of over 200,000 affordable housing units.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Community Development Housing Finance

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