New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 298: Broadens riot and disorderly conduct; enhances penalties for public monument destruction; addresses riot victim assaults; creates crime of promotion of violent, disorderly assembly.

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

Plain-language summary

A 298 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Broadens riot and disorderly conduct; enhances penalties for public monument destruction; addresses riot victim assaults; creates crime of promotion of violent, disorderly assembly. Primary sponsor: Paul Kanitra (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Paul Kanitra (Republican). 2 co-sponsors.