New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 2 D cosponsors

S 4359 — Establishes certain water and wastewater utility shutoff protections for tenants.

Last action — INT 1RS REF SEG

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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 28, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

This bill establishes protection from water and wastewater utility shutoffs for tenants.

The bill aims to provide protections against the shutoff of water and wastewater utilities for tenants. This measure ensures that tenants cannot have these essential services disconnected under certain circumstances.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families will have greater security in maintaining access to water services.

Summary

Water & wastewater utility shutoff protections, certain-establish for tenants

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html May 29, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SEG

Sponsors

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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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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 4359 do?
Water & wastewater utility shutoff protections, certain-establish for tenants
Who sponsors S 4359?
S 4359 is sponsored by McKnight, Angela V. (Democrat) and Ruiz, M. Teresa (Democrat).
What is the current status of S 4359?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced May 28, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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