New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 1978: Requires Chief Diversity Officer in Department of Treasury to develop and implement programs to increase utilization of minority-owned and women-owned businesses in State.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 1978 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires Chief Diversity Officer in Department of Treasury to develop and implement programs to increase utilization of minority-owned and women-owned businesses in State. Primary sponsor: Annette Quijano (Democratic), Shanique Speight (Democratic), Gabe Rodriguez (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 8, 2026): Reported and Referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annette Quijano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Shanique Speight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 29 |
| Gabe Rodriguez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Linda Carter | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Verlina Reynolds-Jackson | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Reported and Referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Community Development and Women's Affairs Committee