New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Concurrent Resolution
SCR 18: Amends Constitution to prohibit construction of new fossil fuel power plants.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SCR 18 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Amends Constitution to prohibit construction of new fossil fuel power plants. Primary sponsor: Bob Smith (Democratic), John McKeon (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 17 |
| John McKeon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| Renee Burgess | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Raj Mukherji | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
“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 Environment and Energy Committee