New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 52: Increases criminal penalties if leaving loaded firearm within easy access of minor results in injury or death.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee

Plain-language summary

S 52 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Increases criminal penalties if leaving loaded firearm within easy access of minor results in injury or death. Primary sponsor: Jim Holzapfel (Republican), Tony Bucco (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jim Holzapfel (Republican); Tony Bucco (Republican). 2 co-sponsors.