New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced

S 4749 — Requires right of first refusal for displaced residential tenants in certain circumstances.

Last action — INT 1RS REF SCU

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed General Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 05, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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In plain language

The bill requires a right of first refusal for certain displaced residential tenants.

This bill aims to provide displaced residential tenants with a right of first refusal under specific circumstances. The exact details of these circumstances are not available.

What this means for you
  • Residential Tenants: This means that if you're a displaced tenant, you may have the option to return to your former residence under certain conditions.

Summary

Residential tenants, displaced-req right of first refusal, cert circumstances

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SCU

Sponsors

  • Britnee N. Timberlake · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 119 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Timberlake, Britnee N.

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (119)

119 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

housing civil-rights
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Frequently asked questions

What does S 4749 do?
Residential tenants, displaced-req right of first refusal, cert circumstances
Who sponsors S 4749?
S 4749 is sponsored by Timberlake, Britnee N..
What is the current status of S 4749?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 05, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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