New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Concurrent Resolution
ACR 157: Proposes constitutional amendment to require Legislature to approve person appointed by Governor to fill vacancy in Office of Lieutenant Governor.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
ACR 157 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the New Jersey House on October 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposes constitutional amendment to require Legislature to approve person appointed by Governor to fill vacancy in Office of Lieutenant Governor. Primary sponsor: John DiMaio (Republican), Erik Peterson (Republican). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (October 15, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John DiMaio | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 23 |
| Erik Peterson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 23 |
| Chris DePhillips | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Dawn Fantasia | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 24 |
| Vicky Flynn | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
| 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 State and Local Government Committee