New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 766: Removes municipal authority to charge application fee for representation by municipal public defender.

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

Plain-language summary

A 766 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Removes municipal authority to charge application fee for representation by municipal public defender. Primary sponsor: Gary Schaer (Democratic), Ellen Park (Democratic), Brennan, Katie, Onyema, Chigozie U.. It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Gary Schaer (Democratic); Ellen Park (Democratic); Brennan, Katie; Onyema, Chigozie U.. 4 co-sponsors.