New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Concurrent Resolution
SCR 16: Amends State Constitution to prohibit slavery or involuntary servitude.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SCR 16 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Amends State Constitution to prohibit slavery or involuntary servitude. Primary sponsor: Brian Stack (Democratic), Shirley Turner (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 4, 2026): Withdrawn from Consideration.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Stack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Shirley Turner | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Britnee Timberlake | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 34 |
| 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
- Withdrawn from Consideration
- Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee