New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 3491: Permits companion to receive PFRS accidental death pension when there is no surviving spouse; requires adjustment of final compensation for calculation of accidental death benefit for surviving spouse, companion, and children of PFRS members.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee

Plain-language summary

A 3491 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Permits companion to receive PFRS accidental death pension when there is no surviving spouse; requires adjustment of final compensation for calculation of accidental death benefit for surviving spouse, companion, and children of PFRS members. Primary sponsor: Yvonne Lopez (Democratic), Annette Quijano (Democratic), Linda Carter (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Yvonne Lopez (Democratic); Annette Quijano (Democratic); Linda Carter (Democratic). 1 co-sponsor.