New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 5545: Provides for certain additional damages to be awarded in wrongful death action if decedent was below age of majority at time of death.

In committee Last action September 24, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

A 5545 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on September 24, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Provides for certain additional damages to be awarded in wrongful death action if decedent was below age of majority at time of death. Primary sponsor: Stewart, Kenyatta. Most recent recorded action (September 24, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Stewart, Kenyatta.