Loading chat...

NJ S2187

Bill

Status

Passed

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Andrew Zwicker

Click for details

Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Governor to issue a writ of election within 10 days of a vacancy occurring in New Jersey's U.S. House of Representatives delegation

  • When the unexpired term equals or exceeds 180 days, a special primary election must be held 70-76 days after the proclamation, followed by a special election 64-70 days after the primary

  • When the unexpired term is between 135-180 days, a special election is held 70-76 days after the proclamation with no primary; party committees select candidates within 10 days of the writ

  • Eliminates the requirement to fill vacancies when fewer than 135 days remain in the term, changed from the previous six-month threshold

  • Reduces election notice publication requirements from weekly until the election to a single publication at least 45 days before the election

Legislative Description

Revises process for filling vacancy from this State in United States House of Representatives.

Withdrawn Because Approved

Last Action

Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.275.

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

No bill text available