New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 2691: Increases personal needs allowance to $140 for low-income persons residing in certain facilities.

In committee Last action May 7, 2026: Reported out of Asm. Comm. with Amendments, and Referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee

Plain-language summary

A 2691 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Increases personal needs allowance to $140 for low-income persons residing in certain facilities. Primary sponsor: Chris DePhillips (Republican), Al Barlas (Republican), Shanique Speight (Democratic). It lists 21 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 7, 2026): Reported out of Asm. Comm. with Amendments, and Referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Chris DePhillips (Republican); Al Barlas (Republican); Shanique Speight (Democratic). 21 co-sponsors.