New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 1371: Allows parents or legal custodians separated from their children because of immigration matters to appoint standby guardians.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

A 1371 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Allows parents or legal custodians separated from their children because of immigration matters to appoint standby guardians. Primary sponsor: Ellen Park (Democratic), Carmen Morales (Democratic), Shama Haider (Democratic). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Ellen Park (Democratic); Carmen Morales (Democratic); Shama Haider (Democratic). 4 co-sponsors.