New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 5036: The "Safeguarding Livable Units through Municipal Landlord Oversight and Regulation by DCA" or "SLUMLORD Act"; strengthens habitability protections for residential tenants; appropriates $5 million.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 5036 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on May 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: The "Safeguarding Livable Units through Municipal Landlord Oversight and Regulation by DCA" or "SLUMLORD Act"; strengthens habitability protections for residential tenants; appropriates $5 million. Primary sponsor: Gabe Rodriguez (Democratic), Mike Venezia (Democratic), Abdelaziz, Al, Brennan, Katie. Most recent recorded action (May 11, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabe Rodriguez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Mike Venezia | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Abdelaziz, Al | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Brennan, Katie | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“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 Housing Committee