New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 851: Prohibits release of illegal immigrants from correctional facilities.

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

Plain-language summary

S 851 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits release of illegal immigrants from correctional facilities. Primary sponsor: Testa, Michael L., Jr., Doug Steinhardt (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: Testa, Michael L., Jr.; Doug Steinhardt (Republican). 2 co-sponsors.