New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 1279: Creates "Youth Detention Task Force."
Passed one chamber Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 1279 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Creates "Youth Detention Task Force.". Primary sponsor: Linda Greenstein (Democratic), Shirley Turner (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 28, 2026): Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linda Greenstein | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Shirley Turner | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Angela McKnight | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Teresa Ruiz | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
- Passed by the Senate (36-0)
- Reported from Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading
- Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee