New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Concurrent Resolution

SCR 31: Proposes constitutional amendment giving Legislature authority to establish slot machine gambling at horse racetracks; dedicates revenues derived to support State-administered defined benefit retirement systems, casinos, improvements to Atlantic City, and horse racing.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee

Plain-language summary

SCR 31 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposes constitutional amendment giving Legislature authority to establish slot machine gambling at horse racetracks; dedicates revenues derived to support State-administered defined benefit retirement systems, casinos, improvements to Atlantic City, and horse racing. Primary sponsor: Joe Pennacchio (Republican), Joe Cryan (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Joe Pennacchio (Republican); Joe Cryan (Democratic). 2 co-sponsors.