New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 4897: Establishes "New Jersey Holistic Representation Model" in Office of Public Defender.

In committee Last action October 15, 2026: Reported and Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee

Plain-language summary

A 4897 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on May 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes "New Jersey Holistic Representation Model" in Office of Public Defender. Primary sponsor: Gary Schaer (Democratic), Stewart, Kenyatta, Ellen Park (Democratic). It lists 17 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (October 15, 2026): Reported and Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Gary Schaer (Democratic); Stewart, Kenyatta; Ellen Park (Democratic). 17 co-sponsors.