New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 5117: Requires registration of postsecondary education debt creditors; establishes protections for borrowers.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 5117 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on May 18, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires registration of postsecondary education debt creditors; establishes protections for borrowers. Primary sponsor: Carmen Morales (Democratic), Cody Miller (Democratic), Onyema, Chigozie U.. It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (October 22, 2026): Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carmen Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Cody Miller | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Onyema, Chigozie U. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Linda Carter | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| 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
- Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading
- Reported out of Asm. Comm. with Amendments, and Referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee