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NJ A3157
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jay Webber
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AI Summary
- Landlords may file for removal of a deceased tenant's belongings and terminate the lease starting 21 days after the tenant's death if no executor, administrator, or estate representative has contacted them
- Property left by a deceased sole-occupant tenant is presumed abandoned if no estate representative contacts the landlord within 21 days of death
- Landlords who proceed with removal after being contacted by an estate representative face a presumption of bad faith and potential liability for treble damages and attorney fees
- Written notice of property disposal must be sent by certified mail to any known estate representative, lease cosigner, or previously listed occupant
- Sale proceeds after deducting storage costs and unpaid rent must be remitted to the estate representative or deposited with the Superior Court, escheating to the state if unclaimed within 10 years
Legislative Description
Permits landlords to take actions after death of tenant in certain situations.
Housing
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Housing1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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