New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 2953: Requires municipal governing bodies and boards of education to provide sufficient time for all requested public comment at open public meetings.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 2953 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires municipal governing bodies and boards of education to provide sufficient time for all requested public comment at open public meetings. Primary sponsor: Erik Peterson (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erik Peterson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 23 |
| John DiMaio | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 23 |
“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 Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee