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NJ S3194
Bill
Status
1/28/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michael Testa
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AI Summary
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Enters New Jersey into an interstate compact with Delaware to redraw the territorial boundary and transfer ownership of Artificial Island and Finns Point from Delaware to New Jersey
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Artificial Island and Finns Point are Delaware-owned exclaves that emerged from the Delaware River after the 1682 boundary was established but are physically connected to Salem County, New Jersey
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Creates a Joint New Jersey-Delaware Territorial Boundary Adjustment Commission with two surveyors from each state to define the new boundary while Delaware retains control of the Delaware River to the low water mark
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Requires Congressional consent and identical legislation from Delaware to take effect, with any disputes to be resolved by the United States Supreme Court
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Amendments require endorsement by both states and Congressional consent; withdrawal requires approval from the other state and relevant federal entities plus a new boundary compact
Legislative Description
Enters NJ in New Jersey-Delaware Territorial Boundary Adjustment Compact.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
1/28/2026