New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S 4234 — Establishes homestead exemption against forced sale for certain persons in debt.

Last action — INT 1RS REF SCM

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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 May 14, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

Establishes a homestead exemption against forced sale for certain individuals in debt.

This bill allows owners of a homestead to exempt their property from forced sale due to debts, up to $250,000 or $500,000 for married owners. The exemption is automatic, requiring no formal claim.

What this means for you
  • Families: This bill could help families in debt protect their homes from being sold to satisfy court judgments.

Summary

Persons in debt, certain-establish homestead exemption against forced sale

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html May 15, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SCM

Sponsors

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

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (119)

119 members have not signed on to this bill.

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finance housing
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Frequently asked questions

What does S 4234 do?
Persons in debt, certain-establish homestead exemption against forced sale
Who sponsors S 4234?
S 4234 is sponsored by Wimberly, Benjie E. (Democrat).
What is the current status of S 4234?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced May 14, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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