New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 131: Extends pension eligibility for survivors of certain emergency services volunteers who contracted COVID-19 during 2020 public health emergency declared by Governor.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee

Plain-language summary

S 131 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Extends pension eligibility for survivors of certain emergency services volunteers who contracted COVID-19 during 2020 public health emergency declared by Governor. Primary sponsor: Jim Holzapfel (Republican), Vin Gopal (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jim Holzapfel (Republican); Vin Gopal (Democratic).