New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 842: Elevates the degree of desecration offense based upon the pecuniary loss; adds desecration to bias intimidation statute.

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

Plain-language summary

A 842 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Elevates the degree of desecration offense based upon the pecuniary loss; adds desecration to bias intimidation statute. Primary sponsor: Gerry Scharfenberger (Republican), Paul Kanitra (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Gerry Scharfenberger (Republican); Paul Kanitra (Republican). 1 co-sponsor.