New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S 4851 — Requires all new residential construction to have pre-installed sufficient raceways to allow post-construction broadband cable deployment.

Last action — INT 1RS REF SCU

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  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 19, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

The bill requires new homes to have raceways for future broadband cable installation.

This legislation mandates that all new residential constructions include pre-installed raceways suitable for broadband cable post-construction. The goal is to facilitate easier broadband access in the future.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means new homes will be better equipped for broadband services.

Summary

Residential contruction, new-allow post-constr broadband cable deployment

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SCU

Sponsors

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

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (119)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 4851 do?
Residential contruction, new-allow post-constr broadband cable deployment
Who sponsors S 4851?
S 4851 is sponsored by Gopal, Vin (Democrat).
What is the current status of S 4851?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 19, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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