New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 246: Establishes increased penalties for smoking cannabis or marijuana on public beaches.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 246 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes increased penalties for smoking cannabis or marijuana on public beaches. Primary sponsor: Shirley Turner (Democratic), Tony Bucco (Republican). 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): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley Turner | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Tony Bucco | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 25 |
| Amato, Carmen F., Jr. | Co-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