New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 1617: "CJ's Law"; Criminalizes manufacture, sale, and possession of substances containing kratom.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 1617 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "CJ's Law"; Criminalizes manufacture, sale, and possession of substances containing kratom. Primary sponsor: Sean Kean (Republican), Sampson, William B., IV. It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Kean | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 30 |
| Sampson, William B., IV | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Paul Kanitra | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 10 |
| Robert Karabinchak | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Greg McGuckin | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 10 |
“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 Consumer Affairs Committee