New Jersey lawmakers continue moving new bills to expand migrant rights after governor signs sweeping reform bills

TRENTON, N.J. — A sweeping set of immigration bills is moving through the New Jersey Legislature in 2026, expanding legal protections for non-citizens while further limiting how state and local agencies interact with federal immigration enforcement.

The proposals follow the March 25 signing of three immigration-related laws by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, including measures that codify limits on police cooperation with ICE, require law enf...