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New Jersey Legislative Analysis

Last updated Feb 01, 2026, 08:15 PM

Your personalized snapshot of what's moving in New Jersey: key legislation, voting activity, and bills that matter.

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NJ Analysis

60-Second Briefing

What you need to know about New Jersey right now

EducationTaxesElections

Hot Topics

Education and Taxes legislation seeing the most activity this session

50

Bills Tracked

49

Introduced

1

Passed

0

Enacted

Why This Matters

How New Jersey legislation affects you

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    New Jersey's legislature is actively considering 50 bills this session, with key policy areas driving the most activity.

  • 2

    Education legislation may affect school funding, curriculum, or higher education costs.

  • 3

    Tax bills could impact your income, property taxes, or business deductions.

  • 4

    Legislative momentum is building: 1 passed at least one chamber. These changes take effect soon.

  • 5

    Residents should stay informed on legislative changes that could affect daily life or business operations.

New Jersey Quick Guide

Common questions about New Jersey legislation

Who represents me in New Jersey?

Mikie Sherrill

Governor

Mikie Sherrill

Dale Caldwell

Lt. Governor

Dale Caldwell

How does New Jersey's legislature work?

New Jersey's legislature consists of two chambers: the State Senate and the State Assembly/House. Bills must pass both chambers before reaching the Governor's desk. Currently tracking 50 bills in this session.

What are the top issues in New Jersey right now?

Based on recent legislative activity, the most active topics are: Education, Taxes, Elections. Use the filters below to explore bills by topic.

How do I stay updated on New Jersey legislation?

This digest is updated regularly as bills progress. Major actions like committee votes, floor votes, and gubernatorial action are captured within hours. Bookmark this page or sign up for alerts to track specific bills.

New Jersey at a Glance

Current session overview

50

Total Bills

49

Introduced

1

Passed

0

Enacted

Legislative Progress

Bills moving through the process

Introduced
Passed
Enacted

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Recent bills in New Jersey

50 bills match your filter • Always verify the official text

NJ

A101

Requires NJT to equip trains with defibrillators.

Last action: Jan 13, 2026

Introduced

Requires NJT to equip trains with defibrillators.

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Sponsors

Al Barlas[R] Aura Dunn[R]

Key Points

  • This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
  • Sponsored by Al Barlas (Republican)
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
NJ

A102

Deactivates certain committees, councils, panels, and task forces of advisory or temporary nature if entity does not meet or have quorum at least once every year.

Last action: Jan 13, 2026

Introduced

Deactivates certain committees, councils, panels, and task forces of advisory or temporary nature if entity does not meet or have quorum at least once every year.

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Sponsors

Al Barlas[R] Victoria Flynn[R]

Key Points

  • This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
  • Sponsored by Al Barlas (Republican)
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
NJ

A103

Creates new excuse from jury service; directs AOC to create and maintain list of persons excused from jury duty due to developmental disability.

Last action: Jan 13, 2026

Introduced

Creates new excuse from jury service; directs AOC to create and maintain list of persons excused from jury duty due to developmental disability.

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Sponsors

Al Barlas[R] Victoria Flynn[R]

Key Points

  • This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
  • Sponsored by Al Barlas (Republican)
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
NJ

A104

Streamlines emergency medical technician certification process for certain veterans.

Last action: Jan 13, 2026

Introduced

Streamlines emergency medical technician certification process for certain veterans.

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Sponsors

Al Barlas[R]

Key Points

  • This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
  • Sponsored by Al Barlas (Republican)
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
NJ

A105

Requires NJTA and SJTA to automatically offer toll discounts to senior citizens.

Last action: Jan 13, 2026

Introduced

Requires NJTA and SJTA to automatically offer toll discounts to senior citizens.

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Sponsors

Al Barlas[R] Don Guardian[R] Brian Rumpf[R]

Key Points

  • This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
  • Sponsored by Al Barlas (Republican)
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
NJ

A106

Establishes school district grant program in DOE to reimburse public school teachers for classroom material expenditures.

Last action: Jan 13, 2026

Introduced

Establishes school district grant program in DOE to reimburse public school teachers for classroom material expenditures.

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Sponsors

Al Barlas[R]

Key Points

  • This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
  • Sponsored by Al Barlas (Republican)
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
NJ

A107

Provides free admission to State parks, forests, and beaches for certain veterans and military personnel.

Last action: Jan 13, 2026

Introduced

Provides free admission to State parks, forests, and beaches for certain veterans and military personnel.

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Sponsors

Al Barlas[R] Robert Karabinchak[D] Victoria Flynn[R]

Key Points

  • This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
  • Sponsored by Al Barlas (Republican)
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
NJ

A108

Provides free tuition at public institutions of higher education for surviving spouses and dependent children of military personnel killed in performance of duties.

Last action: Jan 13, 2026

Introduced

Provides free tuition at public institutions of higher education for surviving spouses and dependent children of military personnel killed in performance of duties.

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Sponsors

Al Barlas[R]

Key Points

  • This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
  • Sponsored by Al Barlas (Republican)
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
NJ

A109

Requires MVC to offer driver's license knowledge test in Italian.

Last action: Jan 13, 2026

Introduced

Requires MVC to offer driver's license knowledge test in Italian.

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Sponsors

Al Barlas[R]

Key Points

  • This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
  • Sponsored by Al Barlas (Republican)
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
NJ

A110

Increases degree of crime for unlawful taking of motor vehicle.

Last action: Jan 13, 2026

Introduced

Increases degree of crime for unlawful taking of motor vehicle.

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Sponsors

Al Barlas[R] Christopher DePhillips[R] John Azzariti[R] Robert Auth[R] Sean Kean[R]

Key Points

  • This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
  • Sponsored by Al Barlas (Republican)
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action

Sources & neutrality

Sources used

  • LegiScan (bill metadata, roll calls, links)
  • NGA (governor roster)
  • NAAG (attorney general roster)
  • NASS (chief election official roster)
  • Open States (legislator roster)

Disclaimer

We summarize for clarity. Always check the official text before acting, and verify dates/status directly on the state site.