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NJ A2208
Bill
Status
12/22/2025
Primary Sponsor
Barbara McCann Stamato
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AI Summary
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Requires the Department of Community Affairs to establish a minimum 180 calendar day initial period for Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) recipients to find new housing when forced to relocate due to landlord sale or transfer of property
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Current law provides only 60 calendar days initially, with extensions available upon request at the department's discretion
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The 180-day standard applies to all Public Housing Agencies in New Jersey, including local housing authorities
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Allows the department to grant additional extensions beyond the 180-day initial period
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Takes effect on the first day of the seventh month following enactment
Legislative Description
Extends time period for tenants receiving federal housing choice voucher program assistance to locate new housing after landlord sells property.
Community and Urban Affairs
Last Action
Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
1/6/2026