New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 542: Establishes central registry for background checks of youth serving organization employees and volunteers.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee

Plain-language summary

S 542 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes central registry for background checks of youth serving organization employees and volunteers. Primary sponsor: Jim Beach (Democratic), Teresa Ruiz (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jim Beach (Democratic); Teresa Ruiz (Democratic).