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NJ S441

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brian Stack

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits home improvement and home elevation contractors registered under New Jersey's Contractors' Registration Act from requiring full indemnification from subcontractors

  • Caps liability clauses in contractor-subcontractor agreements at 50 percent indemnification for defects or poor workmanship

  • Requires contractors to include a certification in every home improvement contract exceeding $500 confirming compliance with the indemnification limits

  • Amends P.L.2004, c.16 (the Contractors' Registration Act) and takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Limits home improvement contractor from entering into contract with full indemnification provision.

Commerce

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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