New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Concurrent Resolution
SCR 25: Urges Congress and President to permanently exempt Puerto Rico from Jones Act.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SCR 25 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Urges Congress and President to permanently exempt Puerto Rico from Jones Act. Primary sponsor: Nilsa Cruz-Perez (Democratic), Teresa Ruiz (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. 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 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nilsa Cruz-Perez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Teresa Ruiz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| O'Scanlon, Declan J., Jr. | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“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