A3735Introduced in the General Assembly
"Polluters Pay to Make New Jersey More Affordable Act"; imposes cost recovery payments on certain fossil fuel companies for funds needed for climate change adaptation; establishes program in DEP to collect and oversee distribution of funds.
Introduced by Alixon Collazos-Gill, District 27
What does this bill do?
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Official description
"Polluters Pay to Make New Jersey More Affordable Act"; imposes cost recovery payments on certain fossil fuel companies for funds needed for climate change adaptation; establishes program in DEP to collect and oversee distribution of funds.
Where it stands
Reported out of Assembly Comm. with Amendments, 2nd Reading
June 23, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
General AssemblyStage: Assembly Appropriations Committee: Reported with Amendments · June 23, 2026
9
Yes
4
No
2
Absent or Not Voting
15 assemblymembers recorded in this General Assembly vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each assemblymember voted
| Assemblymember | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Antwan McClellan | 1 | No |
| David Bailey | 3 | Not Voting |
| Melinda Kane | 6 | Yes |
| Balvir Singh | 7 | Yes |
| Gregory Myhre | 9 | No |
| Tennille McCoy | 14 | Yes |
| Verlina Reynolds-Jackson | 15 | Yes |
| Linda Carter | 22 | Not Voting |
| Jay Webber | 26 | No |
| Eliana Marin | 29 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee
Reported as an Assembly Committee Substitute and Referred to Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee
Transferred to Assembly Appropriations Committee
Reported out of Assembly Comm. with Amendments, 2nd Reading
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