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Benjie Wimberly
NJ Senate District 35
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Issue areas
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Government Operations & Budget 96Housing 67Criminal Justice & Policing 39Healthcare 39Social Services & Welfare 39Civil Rights & Liberties 33Labor & Employment 32Education 29Economy & Taxes 28Environment & Energy 23Transportation & Infrastructure 22Banking & Finance 21Technology & Privacy 12Other 8Elections & Voting 7Immigration 4Agriculture 3Defense & Military 2Gun Policy 2Veterans Affairs 2Abortion & Reproductive Rights 1
Offices & terms
| Office | Party | From | To | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NJ Senate District 35 current
New Jersey |
Democratic | Jan 30, 2025 | — | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
Roll-call votes (144 recorded)
| Vote | Position | Date | Result | Source |
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| S 4289 — Increases gross income tax deduction available to veterans from $6,000 to $9,000 and indexes deduction for inflation. | Yea | Jun 11, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 4264 — Increases days of paid leave of absence for public employees who serve in a Reserve component of the United States Armed Forces.* | Yea | Jun 11, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 1903 — Establishes NJ Military Family Relief Fund; provides for designation on State gross income tax return to permit taxpayers to make voluntary… | Yea | Jun 11, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 1059 — Allows corporation business tax and gross income tax credits to businesses paying a salary differential to National Guard members or… | Yea | Jun 11, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 4331 — Authorizes HMFA to make certain reimbursements to support pre-purchase homebuyer counseling under Foreclosure Mediation Assistance Program. | Yea | Jun 1, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 4119 — Requires water purveyors to inspect and repair underground water distribution infrastructure; establishes certain liability of water… | Yea | Jun 1, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 4116 — Requires public participation be allowed as component of certain public meetings. | Yea | Jun 1, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 4066 — Requires State to issue biennial report of unutilized State-owned property and potential for use as affordable housing. | Yea | Jun 1, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 3103 — Dedicates 50 percent of revenues collected from additional fees and taxes imposed on real property transfers valued over $1 million to… | Yea | Jun 1, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 2970 — Requires residential landlord to accept rent payment by certain means; increases penalty for violating certain rent acceptance requirements. | Yea | Jun 1, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 1836 — "Yes In God's Backyard Act"; Enhances ability of religious and nonprofit organizations to convert certain property to inclusionary… | Yea | Jun 1, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 1803 — Expands financing opportunities for low and moderate income housing. | Yea | Jun 1, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 1786 — Concerns development of accessory dwelling units and related regulations. | Yea | Jun 1, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 1207 — Requires municipalities to designate parking spaces for disabled veterans and Purple Heart recipients. | Yea | Jun 1, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 388 — Requires owners of certain multiple dwellings of three or more floors to provide priority status to senior citizens and disabled residents… | Yea | Jun 1, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| SJR 137 — Designates June 10 of each year as "Christina Grimmie Day" in NJ.* | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| SJR 62 — Designates October of each year as "Menopause Awareness Month," October 11 of each year as "Perimenopause Day," and October 18 of each year… | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| SCR 135 — Approves FY2027 Financial Plan of NJ Infrastructure Bank. | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 4221 — Appropriates funds to DEP for environmental infrastructure projects for FY2027. | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 4220 — Authorizes NJ Infrastructure Bank to expend certain sums to make loans for environmental infrastructure projects for FY2027. | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 4217 — Authorizes NJ Infrastructure Bank to expend certain sums to make loans for Community Hazard Assistance Mitigation Program projects for… | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 3944 — Authorizes renewable energy systems on preserved farmland to provide power or heat to adjacent properties, under certain conditions. | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 3739 — Establishes certain electric vehicle supply equipment development processes and standards concerning public health and safety; removes… | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 3622 — Authorizes Director of Board of County Commissioners to appoint designee to serve on county planning board. | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
| S 3482 — Provides for inclusion of alcohol manufacturers on highway signs; provides for internet site for alcohol manufacturers in New Jersey. | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | LegiScan API LegiScan-ToS |
Sponsored legislation (180 as lead sponsor)
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S 1659
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Requires construction project applicants to disclose project financing.
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SR 76
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Supports goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day.
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SJR 67
NJ · —
Clarifies exception to hearsay rule concerning medical diagnosis or treatment for purposes of providing, continuing, or ending mental health services.
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S 1474
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Establishes EMS part of PERS; provides enhanced benefits for emergency medical service employees.
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S 3101
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Prohibits certain public utilities from charging residents of multi-unit dwellings meter-reading fees in certain circumstances.
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S 3029
NJ · —
Removes initial mortgage period on new construction from exemptions to municipal rent control and rent leveling ordinances.
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S 3033
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Requires online portal to report law enforcement officer misconduct; establishes duty to report by law enforcement officers.
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S 3100
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Requires pharmacies to provide 90 days notice to municipality prior to closure.
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S 3069
NJ · —
Expands expungement eligibility; eliminates cap on number of convictions person may expunge; eliminates limitation on number of times person may be granted…
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S 3087
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Eliminates partial and full State intervention under New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum.
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