New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 4553: Requires sexual assault forensic evidence to be preserved for 10 years.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 4553 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on March 10, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires sexual assault forensic evidence to be preserved for 10 years. Primary sponsor: Carol Murphy (Democratic), Annette Quijano (Democratic), Shama Haider (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (September 10, 2026): Withdrawn from Consideration.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carol Murphy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Annette Quijano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Shama Haider | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Ellen Park | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Withdrawn from Consideration
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee