New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 306: Replaces references to "alien" and "illegal alien" in statutes with "noncitizen" and "undocumented noncitizen," respectively; prohibits use of those terms by executive branch agencies.
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- Introduced
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- Passed one chamber
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Plain-language summary
S 306 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Replaces references to "alien" and "illegal alien" in statutes with "noncitizen" and "undocumented noncitizen," respectively; prohibits use of those terms by executive branch agencies. Primary sponsor: Nilsa Cruz-Perez (Democratic), Raj Mukherji (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nilsa Cruz-Perez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Raj Mukherji | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Gordon Johnson | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
| Angela McKnight | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| 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 State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee