New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 5263: Permits tenant to make rent payment into escrow account in event of persisting serious hazard in dwelling unit or to make repairs and deduct cost from future rent.

In committee Last action June 15, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee

Plain-language summary

A 5263 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on June 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Permits tenant to make rent payment into escrow account in event of persisting serious hazard in dwelling unit or to make repairs and deduct cost from future rent. Primary sponsor: Shanique Speight (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (June 15, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Shanique Speight (Democratic). 1 co-sponsor.