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New JerseyA1738221st Legislature (2026-2027)House

Authorizes creation of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. license plates.

Sponsored By: Renee C. Burgess (Democratic), Linda S. Carter (Democratic), Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (Democratic), Shirley K. Turner (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

Plate fees fund Delta Sigma Theta grants

The law creates a dedicated state fund for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. plate revenue. Before annual plate fees enter the fund, the Motor Vehicle Commission can recover allowed costs, capped at $150,000. Fund money goes annually to the sorority for grants supporting youth education, economic development, social action, and health initiatives for disadvantaged communities. Unused startup contributions and interest also go into the fund, and its balance carries over between years. The law does not set a grant funding amount.

New Delta Sigma Theta plates carry fees

New Jersey authorizes optional Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. plates for vehicles registered in the state, replacing its 2018 law. Drivers pay $50 to apply, plus $10 each year after the issuance year, on top of normal registration fees. The law's effective date is July 30, 2026, but plate issuance has a separate startup schedule. The sorority's Eastern Region or its designee must provide private startup money, capped at $25,000. The Motor Vehicle Commission sets the needed amount; public money cannot cover startup costs or initial computer changes. Startup also requires at least 500 completed applications with full payment for the initial order. Issuance begins on the first day of the seventh month after both startup requirements are met. The law expires unless both requirements are met by the last day of the 12th month after enactment. The commission may stop issuing plates if its approved average cost exceeds $50 per plate for two straight fiscal years.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsors

  • Renee C. Burgess

    Democratic • Senate

  • Linda S. Carter

    Democratic • House

  • Verlina Reynolds-Jackson

    Democratic • House

  • Shirley K. Turner

    Democratic • Senate

Cosponsors

  • Angela V. McKnight

    Democratic • Senate

  • Britnee N. Timberlake

    Democratic • Senate

  • Benjie E. Wimberly

    Democratic • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 110 • No: 1

Senate vote • 6/18/2026

3RDG FINAL PASSAGE

Yes: 40 • No: 0

House vote • 3/23/2026

3RDG FINAL PASSAGE

Yes: 70 • No: 1

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by Governor — P.L.2026, c.62.

    7/30/2026Governor

  2. Passed Senate, PBH — (40-0)

    6/18/2026Senate

  3. Substituted for S3233

    6/18/2026Senate

  4. Reported, 2nd Reading in Senate

    6/4/2026Senate

  5. Received in Senate, Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee

    5/4/2026Senate

  6. Passed Assembly — (70-1-0)

    3/23/2026House

  7. Reported, 2nd Reading in Assembly

    3/16/2026House

  8. Introduced, 1st Reading in Assembly, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee

    1/13/2026House

Bill Text

  • Version AL2026

    10/15/2026

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  • Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities (3/16/26 TR)

    6/18/2026

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  • Senate Budget and Appropriations Substitute (6/4/26)

    6/5/2026

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  • 3/25/26; as introduced

    3/25/2026

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  • Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Substitute (3/16/26)

    3/17/2026

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  • As Introduced

    12/30/2025

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