New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 3119: Expands wrongful death act to allow recovery for mental anguish, emotional pain and suffering, loss of society and loss of companionship.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

S 3119 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Expands wrongful death act to allow recovery for mental anguish, emotional pain and suffering, loss of society and loss of companionship. Primary sponsor: Nick Scutari (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Nick Scutari (Democratic).