New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 1353: Creates offense of impersonating first responder; grades offense one degree higher than underlying offense.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 1353 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Creates offense of impersonating first responder; grades offense one degree higher than underlying offense. Primary sponsor: Joe Pennacchio (Republican), Amato, Carmen F., Jr.. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Pennacchio | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 26 |
| Amato, Carmen F., Jr. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Tony Bucco | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 25 |
“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 Judiciary Committee