New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S 4505 — Provides for certain additional damages to be awarded in wrongful death action if decedent was below age of majority at time of death.

Last action — INT 1RS REF SJU

  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 June 22, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

The bill allows for extra damages in wrongful death cases for minors.

This bill permits additional damages to be awarded in wrongful death lawsuits if the deceased was underage at the time of death. It aims to provide greater compensation in such cases.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families of minors who have passed may seek additional financial compensation in wrongful death claims.

Summary

Wrongful death action-prov cert addl damages be awarded, cert decendent

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html June 23, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SJU

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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Frequently asked questions

What does S 4505 do?
Wrongful death action-prov cert addl damages be awarded, cert decendent
Who sponsors S 4505?
S 4505 is sponsored by Timberlake, Britnee N. (Democrat).
What is the current status of S 4505?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced June 22, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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