New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 4505: Provides for certain additional damages to be awarded in wrongful death action if decedent was below age of majority at time of death.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 4505 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on June 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Provides for certain additional damages to be awarded in wrongful death action if decedent was below age of majority at time of death. Primary sponsor: Britnee Timberlake (Democratic), Angela McKnight (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 22, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Britnee Timberlake | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 34 |
| Angela McKnight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
“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