New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 3491: Permits companion to receive PFRS accidental death pension when there is no surviving spouse; requires adjustment of final compensation for calculation of accidental death benefit for surviving spouse, companion, and children of PFRS members.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 3491 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Permits companion to receive PFRS accidental death pension when there is no surviving spouse; requires adjustment of final compensation for calculation of accidental death benefit for surviving spouse, companion, and children of PFRS members. Primary sponsor: Yvonne Lopez (Democratic), Annette Quijano (Democratic), Linda Carter (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yvonne Lopez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Annette Quijano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Linda Carter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Shanique Speight | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 29 |
“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 State and Local Government Committee