New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 5036: The "Safeguarding Livable Units through Municipal Landlord Oversight and Regulation by DCA" or "SLUMLORD Act"; strengthens habitability protections for residential tenants; appropriates $5 million.

In committee Last action May 11, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee

Plain-language summary

A 5036 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on May 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: The "Safeguarding Livable Units through Municipal Landlord Oversight and Regulation by DCA" or "SLUMLORD Act"; strengthens habitability protections for residential tenants; appropriates $5 million. Primary sponsor: Gabe Rodriguez (Democratic), Mike Venezia (Democratic), Abdelaziz, Al, Brennan, Katie. Most recent recorded action (May 11, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Gabe Rodriguez (Democratic); Mike Venezia (Democratic); Abdelaziz, Al; Brennan, Katie.