New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 4157: Requires newly constructed police stations, fire stations, and hospitals to provide newborn safety device; allows affirmative defense to prosecution for abandonment if parent leaves child in device.

In committee Last action February 19, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee

Plain-language summary

A 4157 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on February 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires newly constructed police stations, fire stations, and hospitals to provide newborn safety device; allows affirmative defense to prosecution for abandonment if parent leaves child in device. Primary sponsor: Carol Murphy (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 19, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Carol Murphy (Democratic).