New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 5263: Permits tenant to make rent payment into escrow account in event of persisting serious hazard in dwelling unit or to make repairs and deduct cost from future rent.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 5263 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on June 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Permits tenant to make rent payment into escrow account in event of persisting serious hazard in dwelling unit or to make repairs and deduct cost from future rent. Primary sponsor: Shanique Speight (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (June 15, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shanique Speight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 29 |
| Kearney, Vincent M. | Co-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