New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

A 462 — Requires inspection for pest infestation prior to certain demolitions.*

Last action — REP/ACS 2RA

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

This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

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Prognosis

Stalled 30% · moderate confidence

  • Introduced

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 2 sponsors

    2 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (1 D).

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 1 recorded vote so far.

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In plain language

Requires pest inspections before demolishing certain buildings to prevent infestations.

This bill mandates pest inspections prior to demolitions of buildings that are closely situated to others. Only certified inspectors can authorize demolitions if no severe pest presence is found.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This means construction workers must ensure pest inspections are completed before starting demolition work.

Summary

Pest infestation-prohibits certain demolitions without inspection

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html November 25, 2025

Action History

  1. REP/ACS 2RA

  2. TRANS ACW

  3. INT 1RA REF AHO

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 118 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (118)

118 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does A 462 do?
Pest infestation-prohibits certain demolitions without inspection
Who sponsors A 462?
A 462 is sponsored by McCoy, Tennille R. and Rodriguez, Gabriel (Democrat).
What is the current status of A 462?
This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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