New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 2086: "Stephanie's Law"; Requires AOC to establish publicly-accessible domestic violence registry; requires law enforcement officer to search State's domestic violence registries when conducting arrest.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 2086 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "Stephanie's Law"; Requires AOC to establish publicly-accessible domestic violence registry; requires law enforcement officer to search State's domestic violence registries when conducting arrest. Primary sponsor: Linda Carter (Democratic), Sterley Stanley (Democratic), Donlon, Margie, M.D.. It lists 3 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 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linda Carter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Sterley Stanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Donlon, Margie, M.D. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Peterpaul, Luanne M., Esq. | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Shama Haider | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| 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
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee