New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 1296: Adds fusion to types of Class I renewable energies as defined for purposes of "Electric Discount and Energy Competition Act."
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 1296 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Adds fusion to types of Class I renewable energies as defined for purposes of "Electric Discount and Energy Competition Act.". Primary sponsor: Joe Pennacchio (Republican), Gordon Johnson (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Pennacchio | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 26 |
| Gordon Johnson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
| O'Scanlon, Declan J., Jr. | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Andrew Zwicker | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
“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 in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee