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A 5629·NJ·house

Provides same death benefits to SPRS members who die by suicide as those who die in performance of duty.

In CommitteeFiled Oct 15, 2026
Sponsor: Heather Simmons (D)
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Introduced First Reading Assembly Referred to ASL

Oct 15, 2026

Summary

The measure would extend death benefits to members of the State Police Retirement System (SPRS) who die by suicide, making those benefits identical to the ones paid when a member dies while performing duty. It affects SPRS members and their surviving families, ensuring they receive equal financial support regardless of the cause of death. The change aims to treat suicide deaths the same as line‑of‑duty deaths for benefit purposes.

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