New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 578: Authorizes wiretap orders for investigation of luring or enticing a child, identity theft, stalking and cyber-harassment under certain circumstances.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 578 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Authorizes wiretap orders for investigation of luring or enticing a child, identity theft, stalking and cyber-harassment under certain circumstances. Primary sponsor: Gary Schaer (Democratic). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Schaer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Wayne DeAngelo | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 14 |
| Carol Murphy | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Annette Quijano | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Gerry Scharfenberger | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
“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 Public Safety and Preparedness Committee