S2338Introduced in the Senate
"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 John McKeon, District 27
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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 from Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading
June 28, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee: Reported with Amendments · June 28, 2026
7
Yes
6
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
13 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Michael Testa | 1 | No |
| John Burzichelli | 3 | No |
| Nilsa Cruz-Perez | 5 | Yes |
| Carmen Amato | 9 | No |
| Declan O'Scanlon | 13 | No |
| Linda Greenstein | 14 | Yes |
| Andrew Zwicker | 16 | Yes |
| Patrick Diegnan | 18 | Yes |
| Douglas Steinhardt | 23 | No |
| Renee Burgess | 28 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
Reported from Senate Committee as a Substitute, 2nd Reading
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
Reported from Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading
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