New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 2701: Permits companion to receive PFRS accidental death pension when there is no surviving spouse; requires adjustment of final compensation for calculation of accidental death benefit for surviving spouse, companion, and children of PFRS members.

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 2701 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Permits companion to receive PFRS accidental death pension when there is no surviving spouse; requires adjustment of final compensation for calculation of accidental death benefit for surviving spouse, companion, and children of PFRS members. Primary sponsor: Britnee Timberlake (Democratic), Teresa Ruiz (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: Britnee Timberlake (Democratic); Teresa Ruiz (Democratic).