New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Concurrent Resolution
SCR 54: Proposes constitutional amendment to provide property tax exemption for primary residence owned and occupied by surviving spouse of first responder who dies while performing regular or assigned duties.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SCR 54 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposes constitutional amendment to provide property tax exemption for primary residence owned and occupied by surviving spouse of first responder who dies while performing regular or assigned duties. Primary sponsor: Paul Moriarty (Democratic), Raj Mukherji (Democratic). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 19, 2026): Concurrent Resolution Placed on Desk in Assembly.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Moriarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Raj Mukherji | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Tony Bucco | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 25 |
| Diegnan, Patrick J., Jr. | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Amato, Carmen F., Jr. | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Angela McKnight | Co-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
- Concurrent Resolution Placed on Desk in Assembly
- Concurrent Resolution Placed on Desk in Senate
- Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
- Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading
- Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee