New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 1371: Allows parents or legal custodians separated from their children because of immigration matters to appoint standby guardians.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 1371 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Allows parents or legal custodians separated from their children because of immigration matters to appoint standby guardians. Primary sponsor: Ellen Park (Democratic), Carmen Morales (Democratic), Shama Haider (Democratic). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellen Park | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Carmen Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Shama Haider | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Sampson, William B., IV | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Shanique Speight | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 29 |
| Lisa Swain | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Chris Tully | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee