New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 344: Removes criminal liability for law enforcement officers who have investigative encounter with underage person for possession of alcohol or cannabis unless civil rights are violated.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 344 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Removes criminal liability for law enforcement officers who have investigative encounter with underage person for possession of alcohol or cannabis unless civil rights are violated. Primary sponsor: Vicky Flynn (Republican). It lists 6 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vicky Flynn | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
| Al Barlas | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Rob Clifton | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 12 |
| Sean Kean | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 30 |
| Greg Myhre | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 9 |
| Gerry Scharfenberger | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
| Jay Webber | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 26 |
“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 Public Safety and Preparedness Committee