New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 1539: Makes public officers or employees convicted of certain crimes or found at fault in certain civil actions liable and subject to pension garnishment for public legal expenses and illegally obtained funds.

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 1539 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Makes public officers or employees convicted of certain crimes or found at fault in certain civil actions liable and subject to pension garnishment for public legal expenses and illegally obtained funds. Primary sponsor: Amato, Carmen F., Jr.. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Amato, Carmen F., Jr..