New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 5545: Provides for certain additional damages to be awarded in wrongful death action if decedent was below age of majority at time of death.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 5545 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on September 24, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Provides for certain additional damages to be awarded in wrongful death action if decedent was below age of majority at time of death. Primary sponsor: Stewart, Kenyatta. Most recent recorded action (September 24, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.
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Sponsors
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stewart, Kenyatta | 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 Judiciary Committee