Schaer, Gary S.
Born
1951
Contact
Email · asmschaer@njleg.org
District office
1 Howe Ave. Suite 401, Passaic, NJ 07055
973-249-3665
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84
Bills sponsored
this session · 84 all-time
30
Bills co-sponsored
this session · 30 all-time
0
Enacted into law
this session · 0 all-time
718
Recorded votes
94%
Vote participation
voted in 94% of 718 recorded votes
Voting scorecard
222 session · computed from recorded roll-call votes
Party unity
100%
based on 259 votes
Votes with own party's majority
Independence
0%
based on 259 votes
Votes against own party's majority
Participation
98.1%
based on 259 votes
Roll calls where a yes/no was cast
Sponsored (introduced)
84 billsCurrent session 84 bills
- A 1502 Creates "Patient and Provider Protection Act."* Introduced
- A 5153 Requires unexpended State aid for nonpublic school nursing services and nonpublic school security services to be used to support nonpublic school transportation services.* Introduced
- A 1207 Requires unrestricted Medicaid coverage for ovulation enhancing drugs and medical services related to administering such drugs for certain beneficiaries experiencing infertility. Introduced
- A 1887 Removing requirement of service during specified dates or in specified locations, thereby broadening eligibility for certain veterans' benefits. Introduced
- AR 109 Commemorates anniversary of October 7th attack on Israel. Introduced
- AR 35 Supports the federal Emmett Till Antilynching Act. Introduced
- AR 34 Supports Abraham Accords and recognizes importance of peace and coexistence in Middle East. Introduced
- AR 33 Urges Congress to require VA hospitals to provide all routine screenings for women veterans on-site at each hospital. Introduced
- AR 31 Condemns attacks on Jewish individuals in Amsterdam and calls for apprehension of perpetrators. Introduced
- AJR 23 Establishes working definition of antisemitism in NJ. Introduced
- ACR 33 Recognizes Armenian Genocide and condemns attacks against civilians in Republic of Artsakh. Introduced
- A 5152 Permits unexpended nonpublic school textbook aid or aid for Nonpublic Technology Initiative to be used to support other program. Introduced
- A 4907 Provides that unexpended nonpublic textbook aid or aid for Nonpublic Technology Initiative may be used to support services provided under other program. Introduced
- A 4906 Permits use of unexpended State aid for specific nonpublic school programs may be used to support certain other nonpublic school programs rather than being refunded. Introduced
- A 4897 Establishes "New Jersey Holistic Representation Model" in Office of Public Defender. Introduced
- A 4840 Permits school districts to utilize on-demand micro transit programs for provision of pupil transportation services; establishes grant program to incentivize use of on-demand micro transit programs for pupil transportation. Introduced
- A 4522 Establishes presumption of knowledge that display of noose or Nazi or Confederate symbol would cause bias intimidation; enhances penalties. Introduced
- A 4492 "Immigrant Tenant Protection Act"; provides certain protections to residential tenants and codifies certain warranty of habitability protections. Introduced
- A 3944 Revises requirements for assessing nursing home health, safety, and operations and for taking action against low-performing nursing homes. Introduced
- A 3864 "Garden State Manufacturing Jobs Act." Introduced
- A 3703 Prohibits sale of flavored cigarettes, non-premium cigars, and oral nicotine pouches. Introduced
- A 3527 Decreases the premium receipts tax for surplus lines insurance coverage. Introduced
- A 3149 Prohibits legislative aide who works, or worked, directly for legislator in district office from making political contribution greater than $30 per election to that legislator; prohibits receipt of such contribution. Introduced
- A 2949 Amends FY2026 annual appropriations act to increase Supplemental Graduate Medical Education Subsidy by $496,000 for support to additional acute care hospital. Introduced
- A 2948 Enables imposition of local curfew to help curtail disorderly or riotous conduct. Introduced
Co-sponsored
30 billsCurrent session 30 bills
- A 2210 Requires homemaker-home health aide and nursing assistant certification examinations to be translated into multiple languages. Introduced
- A 4761 Authorizes funding for on-demand micro transit service under Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Program. Introduced
- AR 84 Supports Israel as it defends itself against the terrorist attacks by Hamas. Introduced
- AR 24 Expresses sincere appreciation to staff of New Jersey General Assembly. Introduced
- A 4901 Establishes State Seal of Civic Readiness to recognize certain students attaining high level of proficiency in civics. Introduced
- A 4071 Codifies AG directive, "Strengthening Trust Between Law Enforcement and Immigrant Communities." Introduced
- A 3762 Establishes "New Jersey Private Contractor Registration Act;" appropriates $1.5 million.* Introduced
- A 3735 "Polluters Pay to Make New Jersey More Affordable Act"; imposes cost recovery payments on certain fossil fuel companies for funds needed for climate change adaptation; establishes program in DEP to collect and oversee distribution of funds.** Introduced
- A 3734 Requires construction project applicants to disclose project financing. Introduced
- A 3571 Authorizes establishment of regional economic development partnerships. Introduced
- A 3567 Concerns development of accessory dwelling units and related municipal land use regulations. Introduced
- A 3315 Establishes requirements for on-demand micro transit programs operating in NJ. Introduced
- A 3113 Requires DEP to perform certain assessments concerning regulation of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Introduced
- A 3112 Requires public water systems and landlords to provide certain notice of elevated perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances levels in drinking water; requires DEP to establish educational program. Introduced
- A 2718 Requires continued coverage of prescription drugs for certain medical conditions. Introduced
- A 2601 Provides free telecommunication services for incarcerated persons at State, county, and private adult and juvenile correctional facilities. Introduced
- A 2593 Directs Commissioner of Education to develop sensitivity training program for high school athletic directors, coaches, and sports officials of interscholastic athletic sports programs. Introduced
- A 2225 Requires health care professionals to perform lead screening on pregnant persons under certain circumstances. Introduced
- A 2104 Requires helmet while operating bicycle, scooter, or motorized scooter. Introduced
- A 2049 Prohibits sale of cats, dogs, or rabbits by pet shops; repeals "Pet Purchase Protection Act." Introduced
- A 1973 Establishes occupational heat stress standard and "Occupational Heat-Related Illness and Injury Prevention Program" in DOLWD. Introduced
- A 1921 Concerns credit card interchange fees and consumer protection. Introduced
- A 1831 Makes various changes to SHBP plan offerings and governance. Introduced
- A 1715 Establishes "John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act of New Jersey." ** Introduced
- A 1665 Establishes "New Jersey Reparations Task Force." Introduced
Voting record
Current session 50 votes
| Bill | Vote | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
|
A 796
Requires electric public utilities to develop and apply special rules for certain data centers to protect non-data center customers from increased costs.**
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
S 4515
Authorizes dual employment by certain employees of Rutgers University and affiliated contracting entities.*
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
S 4514
Concerns certain motor vehicle related funding to certain municipalities.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
S 4513
Concerns temporary use of funding for open space, recreation, floodplain protection, farmland and historic preservation for certain municipalities.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
S 4477
Authorizes provision of residential mental health services in residential substance use disorders treatment facility or program under specified hospital affiliation and clinical support criteria.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
S 4420
Authorizes regional rehabilitation and reentry center authority to determine county proportional share assessment for budget purposes.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
S 4413
Establishes School-based Partnerships for Access and Resilience for Kids program in DCF; requires school districts to develop mental health support and partnership programs. **
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
S 4193
Establishes "Fortifying Corn Masa Act."
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
S 2962
Provides seniority service credit to educational support professionals for military service.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
S 1340
Requires Commissioner of Education to develop guidance on accommodations for certain students fasting for religious or medical reasons.*
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 4077
Imposes various taxes and fees on correctional service businesses to offset social costs of incarceration.*
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 5328
Regulates data brokers, data collectors, and collection and dissemination of certain sensitive information.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 5016
Establishes program in EDA to encourage employee ownership awareness and provide funding and advisory support.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
S 4495
Allows use of Green Acres funds to fully fund certain projects on State-owned land by certain nonprofit organizations.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
S 4307
"New Jersey History Day Act."
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
S 3818
Authorizes creation of Borinqueneers license plates.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
S 3386
Authorizes use of campaign funds for security expenses of candidate, officeholder, staff, and certain family members.*
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
S 1395
Allows certain limited liability companies to terminate alternate names before end of five-year registration period.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 4883
Requires Division of Travel and Tourism to establish New Jersey Film Trail.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 4687
Concerns local government financing and acquisition of fire fighting apparatus and equipment.**
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 4072
Establishes minimum qualifications for persons employed on public works contract.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 4050
Concerns facilities used by applicants for new motor vehicle dealer licenses.*
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 4015
"New Jersey Kids Code Act"; adopts New Jersey Age-Appropriate Design Code and requires certain online service providers to implement certain measures concerning minors' use of online service.*
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
A 3877
Establishes certain State funding preferences for municipalities that enhance opportunities to develop housing.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | June 30, 2026 |
|
AR 158
Commemorates 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
AR 157
Honors contributions of US Postal Service and its employees to American democracy.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
AR 153
Recognizes the scientific advancements made by the Haskin Shellfish Research Laboratory at Rutgers University.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
AR 150
Urges prohibition of targeted gambling advertisements to individuals exhibiting signs of problem gambling or addiction.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
AJR 86
Permanently designates November 8 of each year as "First-Generation College Student Day" in NJ.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
AJR 139
Designates month of September each year as "Deaf Awareness Month" in New Jersey. *
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
AJR 103
Designates September 22 as "John Basilone Day."
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 5504
Expands and changes membership of Aquaculture Advisory Council.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 5503
Requires Department of Agriculture to develop guidance on shellfish aquaculture agritourism.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 5451
Amends FY2027 Appropriations Act to revise language concerning Family and Internal Medicine Residency Expansion Program.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 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.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 5233
Allows rounding for cash transactions.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 5151
Prohibits surcharge on transportation network company riders for certain paratransit service.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 5107
Requires DHS to conduct review of reimbursement rates paid by State's child care assistance program to certain child care providers.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 5071
Requires lactation rooms be made available at certain PANYNJ airports.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 5064
Requires NJT to publish certain performance-related information.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 4994
Modifies definition of "aquaculture" throughout State law to include construction of facilities and appurtenant structures.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 4275
Establishes Statewide dashboard to compile data for certain permits.*
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 4236
Designates accounting as STEM subject for various educational and other programs.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 4186
Enters New Jersey into Emergency Medical Services Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 4103
Requires construction permit for certain work involving asbestos on single-family home, duplex, or townhouse.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 3558
Provides for voluntary contributions by taxpayers on gross income tax returns to support public humanities programming in NJ.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 3496
Requires State agencies to make good faith effort to increase awarding of contracts procured without advertisement to minority- and women-owned businesses.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 2457
Requires State Long-Term Care Ombudsman to include memory care training in annual long-term care training program.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 2375
Establishes New Jersey Veteran Gravesite Maintenance Grant Program in DVA.
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
A 2342
Requires DVA promote Veterans History Project at Library of Congress.*
Floor vote |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |