New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 1551: Increases penalties for certain heroin offenses by revising threshold amounts for first, second, and third degree crimes of manufacturing, distributing, and dispensing heroin.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 1551 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Increases penalties for certain heroin offenses by revising threshold amounts for first, second, and third degree crimes of manufacturing, distributing, and dispensing heroin. Primary sponsor: Amato, Carmen F., Jr.. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee.
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Sponsors
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amato, Carmen F., Jr. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“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