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S 4100

Prohibits counties from charging recording fees to volunteer first responders.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Vin Gopal

Counts cannot charge recording fees to volunteer first responders.

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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Bill Summary · S 4100

Summary of Bill S 4100 (Session 222, New Jersey)

Title

Prohibits counties from charging recording fees to volunteer first responders.

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill aims to remove or prohibit recording fees charged by counties to volunteer first responders, ensuring that volunteering individuals are not financially burdened by administrative or recording-related costs associated with their service.

Key Provisions (as introduced)

  • Prohibition on County Recording Fees: Counties would be barred from assessing recording fees on or related to volunteer first responders. The exact scope (e.g., which types of records or transactions are affected) would be defined in the bill text, but the primary intent is to prevent fee imposition on volunteers.
  • Coverage: The prohibition applies at the county level. It is intended to relieve volunteer first responders from fees that may otherwise be charged by county offices or departments for record-related services.
  • Savings and Cost Implications: By prohibiting these fees, counties would incur a shift in administrative costs or procedures. The bill would likely require counties to absorb or reallocat e costs through the general budget or other funding mechanisms.
  • Effective Date: The bill’s text would specify an effective date for when the prohibition takes effect (e.g., upon enactment or a specified future date). If not specified in the summary, the bill would include a provision outlining the effective date.

Who Would Be Affected

  • Primary Beneficiaries: Volunteer first responders who interact with county recording offices for records or documents related to their volunteer service (e.g., certifications, service records, or other official documents).
  • County Agencies: County clerks, recorder's offices, and related departments that issue or manage recording services and fees currently charged to volunteers.
  • Auxiliary Impacts: Potential indirect effects on volunteer recruitment and retention, dues or dues-based support organizations, and county administrative budgets.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and Referral: Introduced in the New Jersey Senate and referred to the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.
  • Sponsor: Co-sponsor Vin Gopal is listed, indicating Senate sponsorship and support.
  • Next Steps: The committee would review the bill, potentially hold hearings, and may amend before moving to the full Senate for a vote. If approved, it would move to the New Jersey Assembly (and thereafter to the governor for signature, depending on the legislative process for that session).

Additional Notes

  • The summary reflects the introduced text and stated intent. Details such as the precise definitions of “recording fees,” any exemptions, transition provisions, or fiscal impact analyses would be found in the bill’s full language and any committee amendments.
  • Since this is a bill introduced in May 2026, future actions (amendments, committee reports, votes) are contingent on legislative proceedings.

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