New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 607: Expands crime of bias intimidation; establishes additional penalties for crimes of bias intimidation and harassment; establishes bias intimidation motivation damages.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

A 607 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Expands crime of bias intimidation; establishes additional penalties for crimes of bias intimidation and harassment; establishes bias intimidation motivation damages. Primary sponsor: Gary Schaer (Democratic). It lists 8 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Gary Schaer (Democratic). 8 co-sponsors.