New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 4151: Authorizes Class Three special law enforcement officers to provide security in places of religious worship; makes certain clarifications concerning their use in nonpublic schools.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 4151 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on May 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Authorizes Class Three special law enforcement officers to provide security in places of religious worship; makes certain clarifications concerning their use in nonpublic schools. Primary sponsor: Joe Cryan (Democratic), Jim Beach (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 24, 2026): Reported from Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Cryan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Jim Beach | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Gordon Johnson | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
| Bob Singer | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 30 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Reported from Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading
- Transferred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
- Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee