New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 978: Includes Sikhs as protected class in bias intimidation law; appropriates $100,000.

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

Plain-language summary

A 978 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Includes Sikhs as protected class in bias intimidation law; appropriates $100,000. Primary sponsor: Carol Murphy (Democratic), Shanique Speight (Democratic), Sterley Stanley (Democratic). It lists 42 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Carol Murphy (Democratic); Shanique Speight (Democratic); Sterley Stanley (Democratic). 42 co-sponsors.