New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 5022: "New Jersey Human Rights Accountability Act;" establishes Human Rights Commission to review State human rights situation; authorizes State participation in interstate compact in furtherance of participation in U.N. Universal Periodic Review process.

In committee Last action May 7, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

A 5022 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on May 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "New Jersey Human Rights Accountability Act;" establishes Human Rights Commission to review State human rights situation; authorizes State participation in interstate compact in furtherance of participation in U.N. Universal Periodic Review process. Primary sponsor: Ellen Park (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 7, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Ellen Park (Democratic).