Steinhardt, Douglas J.
Born
1968
Contact
Email · sensteinhardt@njleg.org
District office
127 Belvidere Ave. Second Floor, Washington, NJ 07882
908-835-0552
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110
Bills sponsored
this session · 110 all-time
65
Bills co-sponsored
this session · 65 all-time
0
Enacted into law
this session · 0 all-time
396
Recorded votes
92%
Vote participation
voted in 92% of 396 recorded votes
Voting scorecard
222 session · computed from recorded roll-call votes
Party unity
97.2%
based on 254 votes
Votes with own party's majority
Independence
2.8%
based on 254 votes
Votes against own party's majority
Participation
94.4%
based on 254 votes
Roll calls where a yes/no was cast
Sponsored (introduced)
110 billsCurrent session 110 bills
- S 4042 Concerns lung cancer screening awareness and access. Introduced
- S 4495 Allows use of Green Acres funds to fully fund certain projects on State-owned land by certain nonprofit organizations. Introduced
- SR 14 Urges Congress to pass "Safe and Open Streets Act." Introduced
- SR 13 Urges Congress and US President to enact "Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act." Introduced
- SJR 23 Designates June 1 of each year as "Tae Kwon Do Day" in NJ. Introduced
- SJR 15 Designates second weekend of September each year as "Salute to Service and Sacrifice Weekend." Introduced
- SCR 40 Proposes Constitutional amendment to limit exercise of eminent domain to acquisition of land for essential public purposes. Introduced
- SCR 15 Directs SCI to examine human trafficking activity at certain places of business. Introduced
- SCR 14 Urges Congress and President of US to enact legislation addressing interstate transportation of firearms or ammunition. Introduced
- S 4522 Establishes State school aid category to support certain school districts located in municipalities that are part of Highlands or Pinelands preservation areas. Introduced
- S 4521 Provides CBT and gross income tax credits for construction or expansion of certain meat processing facilities. Introduced
- S 4520 Establishes Jersey Protein Pro pilot program; appropriates $3 million. Introduced
- S 4519 Repeals law requiring law enforcement officers to reveal facial identity during certain public interactions and to present sufficient identification prior to arresting or detaining person. Introduced
- S 4518 Repeals codification of AG directive, "Strengthening Trust Between Law Enforcement and Immigrant Communities." Introduced
- S 4510 "Processing Establishment Fast Track Act"; establishes expedited permitting review program in Department of Agriculture for certain meat and poultry processing establishments. Introduced
- S 4427 Appropriates $3,479,032 from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues to State Agriculture Development Committee for grants to certain nonprofit organizations for farmland preservation purposes. Introduced
- S 4358 Directs distribution of 9-1-1 System and Emergency Response Trust Fund Account to county 9-1-1 emergency response systems. Introduced
- S 4119 Requires water purveyors to inspect and repair underground water distribution infrastructure; establishes certain liability of water purveyors. Introduced
- S 4116 Requires public participation be allowed as component of certain public meetings. Introduced
- S 3735 Extends foreclosure protections for certain homeowners impacted by remnants of Hurricane Ida. Introduced
- S 3710 Provides exemption from payments in lieu of property taxes to certain veterans who have suffered permanent and total disability. Introduced
- S 3398 Prohibits price discrimination for transportation network company services. Introduced
- S 1581 Permits State, local government agencies, and private detention facilities to enter into agreement to detain noncitizens. Introduced
- S 1571 Requires AG to repeal law enforcement directive restricting law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities. Introduced
- S 1524 Requires certification that persons directly or indirectly receiving State monies or privileges are not unauthorized aliens. Introduced
Co-sponsored
65 billsCurrent session 65 bills
- SCR 96 Proposes constitutional amendment to increase amount of veterans' property tax deduction from $250 to $2,500 over four years. Introduced
- S 2345 Creates "Patient and Provider Protection Act."* Introduced
- S 2918 Requires prescription drug coverage for serious mental illness without prior authorization or utilization management, including step therapy. Introduced
- S 4423 Appropriates $77,406,208 from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues and various Green Acres funds to DEP for local government open space acquisition and park development projects, and for certain administrative expenses. Introduced
- SR 38 Urges NJ DOH to increase public awareness on effects of xylazine. Introduced
- SR 29 Opposes all proposals to change designation of Delaware Water Gap from National Recreation Area to National Park and Preserve, including proposal from Delaware River National Park and Lenape Preserve Alliance. Introduced
- SCR 106 Determines that DEP's "Protecting Against Climate Threats" rules, adopted January 20, 2026, are inconsistent with legislative intent. Introduced
- SCR 61 Constitutes special committee of Senate and General Assembly entitled "New Jersey Public Employee Health Care Program Costs Investigation Committee." Introduced
- SCR 32 Applies to Congress for an Article V Convention of States to limit certain powers of the federal government and terms of office. Introduced
- S 4425 Appropriates $64,787,327 from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues and other farmland preservation funds to State Agriculture Development Committee for farmland preservation purposes. Introduced
- S 4221 Appropriates funds to DEP for environmental infrastructure projects for FY2027. Introduced
- S 4220 Authorizes NJ Infrastructure Bank to expend certain sums to make loans for environmental infrastructure projects for FY2027. Introduced
- S 3946 Expands criminal and civil penalties for human trafficking, and expands human trafficking training requirements for law enforcement. * Introduced
- S 3866 Mandates access to periodic cancer screening examinations for volunteer firefighters; increases tax on fire insurance premiums. Introduced
- S 3564 Establishes "New Jersey Private Contractor Registration Act." Introduced
- S 2996 Eliminates certain practice restrictions for advanced practice nurses. Introduced
- S 2775 Provides police training course credit to prior military law enforcement officer seeking employment as law enforcement officer in NJ. Introduced
- S 2767 Establishes additional manner of employer compliance to provide earned sick leave for certain employees subject to collective bargaining agreements. Introduced
- S 2644 Increases FY2026 annual appropriation to DCF by $16.7 million to increase NJ FamilyCare monthly reimbursement rate paid to care management organizations. Introduced
- S 2621 Establishes "Equitable Drug Pricing and Patient Access Act." Introduced
- S 2610 Permits individual holding a nursing multistate license to be eligible for school nurse certification. Introduced
- S 2595 Mandates access to periodic cancer screening examinations for volunteer firefighters. Introduced
- S 2541 Credits $2.35 billion to "New Jersey Debt Defeasance and Prevention Fund"; appropriates $4.32 billion to Department of Treasury to provide funds to municipalities and counties for debt retirement and avoidance. Introduced
- S 2512 Eliminates requirement for State residency for public officers and employees with limited historic exceptions. Introduced
- S 2507 Revises Energy Tax Receipts Property Tax Relief Aid program; requires all energy taxes to be paid directly to municipalities. Introduced
Voting record
Current session 50 votes
| Bill | Vote | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
|
A 938
Provides for representation of Burlington County on SJTA.
Floor vote |
Not Voting | pass | May 28, 2026 |
|
SCR 96
Proposes constitutional amendment to increase amount of veterans' property tax deduction from $250 to $2,500 over four years.
Committee vote — SBA |
Yea | pass | October 05, 2026 |
|
S 4674
Amends FY2027 Appropriations Act to revise language concerning Family and Internal Medicine Residency Expansion Program.
Committee vote — SBA |
Nay | pass | October 05, 2026 |
|
S 4665
Amends Fiscal Year 2027 annual appropriations act to transfer certain funds for Office of Volunteerism to Department of Human Services and Department of Labor and Workforce Development.
Committee vote — SBA |
Yea | pass | October 05, 2026 |
|
S 4664
Amends Fiscal Year 2027 annual appropriations act to require portion of funding for Working Class Families State Supplement to be used for outreach purposes.
Committee vote — SBA |
Yea | pass | October 05, 2026 |
|
S 4631
Amends FY2027 appropriations act to reassign a portion of appropriation for Eid Committee of New Jersey to Cultural Society of Bergen County to support Mom's Food Pantry.
Committee vote — SBA |
Nay | pass | October 05, 2026 |
|
S 2777
Modifies process to credential licensed health care professionals in carrier provider network.*
Committee vote — SBA |
Nay | pass | October 05, 2026 |
|
S 2559
Concerns parking violations that obstruct NJT bus stop zones; establishes pilot program for parking violations that obstruct certain bicycle lanes.*
Committee vote — SBA |
Yea | pass | October 05, 2026 |
|
S 2163
Creates disorderly persons offense for persons who conceal or attempt to conceal their identity while committing another crime or offense.
Committee vote — SBA |
Yea | pass | October 05, 2026 |
|
S 1788
Concerns processing of applications for permits, licenses, or certifications in NJ; requires State entities refund application fee in certain circumstances; requires Governor establish target application processing times and permitting and licensing performance dashboard.*
Committee vote — SBA |
Yea | pass | October 05, 2026 |
|
A 5451
Amends FY2027 Appropriations Act to revise language concerning Family and Internal Medicine Residency Expansion Program.
Committee vote — SBA |
Nay | pass | October 05, 2026 |
|
A 5439
Amends Fiscal Year 2027 annual appropriations act to require portion of funding for Working Class Families State Supplement to be used for outreach purposes.
Committee vote — SBA |
Yea | pass | October 05, 2026 |
|
S 3739
Establishes certain electric vehicle supply equipment development processes and standards concerning public health and safety; removes certain existing approval requirements while preserving applicable safety and inspection standards.
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 5330
Permits Director of Division of Pensions and Benefits to initiate temporary transfer of funds in certain circumstances.
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 5327
Appropriates $60,743,569,000 in State funds and $30,495,124,195 in federal funds for the State budget for fiscal year 2027.
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 5325
Reduces business formation fees.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 5324
Establishes fee on certain employers that employ individuals who receive health benefits coverage through State Medicaid program.
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 5323
Modifies eligibility for alternative business calculation adjustment allowed under gross income tax.
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 5322
Imposes temporary $1 million cap on use of net operating loss deductions under corporation business tax for certain privilege periods.
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 5223
Creates voluntary pilot program to allow certain facilities flexibility in their psychiatric bed status.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 5188
"Advanced Grid Technologies Act"; requires State oversight of supplemental projects and establishes expedited review for projects utilizing advanced transmission technologies.*
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 5169
Authorizes HMFA to make certain reimbursements to support pre-purchase homebuyer counseling under Foreclosure Mediation Assistance Program.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 5154
Requires jury, rather than court, to determine whether certain defendants are persistent offenders.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 18, 2026 |
|
A 5051
Revises certain restrictions concerning hemp, intoxicating hemp beverages, and medical cannabis.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | May 28, 2026 |
|
S 4285
Concerns discrimination based on membership in a labor organization.
Committee vote — SLA |
Nay | pass | October 01, 2026 |
|
S 4075
Regulates use of artificial intelligence-based systems for electronic monitoring regarding employment and public services.
Committee vote — SLA |
Yea | pass | October 01, 2026 |
|
S 3927
Requires State, county, and municipal social service workers to periodically complete implicit bias and cultural competency training.
Committee vote — SLA |
Nay | pass | October 01, 2026 |
|
S 2105
Prohibiting training repayment agreements.
Committee vote — SLA |
Nay | pass | October 01, 2026 |
|
S 2046
Establishes protected leave under "Family Leave Act" and family temporary disability leave benefits for bereavement for death of child, miscarriage, stillbirth, and certain other circumstances.
Committee vote — SLA |
Yea | pass | October 01, 2026 |
|
S 1831
Establishes Statewide youth apprenticeship program; appropriates $25 million annually.
Committee vote — SLA |
Yea | pass | October 01, 2026 |
|
A 4961
Authorizes NJ Infrastructure Bank to expend certain sums to make loans for transportation infrastructure projects for FY2027; makes appropriation.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 18, 2026 |
|
A 4947
Revises continuing education requirements for real estate licensees and regulation of certain real estate continuing education providers, instructors, and courses.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 18, 2026 |
|
A 4881
"Power NJ Act"; establishes advanced nuclear energy procurement program in BPU.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 4852
Revises certain requirements for prescription of Schedule II controlled dangerous substances via telemedicine and telehealth without in-person examination or review.*
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 4761
Authorizes funding for on-demand micro transit service under Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Program.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 4745
Permits extension of early voting period for regular municipal elections in May.
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | March 23, 2026 |
|
A 4678
Clarifies payments for non-resident students enrolled in renaissance school projects.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 18, 2026 |
|
A 4543
Permits Paterson and Newark police who were promoted following February 2019 police sergeant exam to have those promotions deemed regular appointments.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | May 28, 2026 |
|
A 4531
Establishes alternative compliance standards for development of electric vehicle supply equipment and Make-Ready parking spaces based on charging capacity.
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | June 18, 2026 |
|
A 4529
Modifies certain requirements for transmission-scale energy storage procurement under BPU incentive program.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | March 23, 2026 |
|
A 4525
Extends deadline for submission of temporary certificate of occupancy for certain qualified residential projects or mixed-use parking projects under Economic Redevelopment and Growth Grant program to June 30, 2032.
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 4375
Specifies electric vehicle parking space calculation is rounded up if it includes fraction of a whole number and rounded-up parking spaces cannot reduce overall parking supply by more than 10 percent.
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | June 18, 2026 |
|
A 4085
Establishes "Fair Price Protection Act."*
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 4075
Authorizes DOH to establish partnerships in international public health.
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | May 28, 2026 |
|
A 4071
Codifies AG directive, "Strengthening Trust Between Law Enforcement and Immigrant Communities."
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | March 23, 2026 |
|
A 4070
Establishes "Privacy Protection Act"; concerns collection and sharing of certain personal information.
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | March 23, 2026 |
|
A 4014
Establishes Social Media Research Center at four-year public institution of higher education.
Floor vote |
Nay | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 4007
Requires sellers of real property to disclose presence of dams.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 3883
Requires Governor's Office of Volunteerism to promote and support volunteerism for compliance with certain eligibility requirements for NJ FamilyCare and SNAP recipients; appropriates $200,000 to DHS, Office of Volunteerism, and DOLWD.*
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 3882
Requires public schools to post link to subsidized school meals application, and certain informational videos related to application, in prominent place on Internet website.*
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | May 28, 2026 |