New Jersey Legislative Black Caucus Announces 2026–2028 Leadership

Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds Jackson to Succeed Shavonda Sumter as Chair of NJLBC

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, January 22, 2026

Trenton, NJ — The New Jersey Legislative Black Caucus (NJLBC) today announces its 2026–2028 leadership team for the upcoming legislative session.

Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson will serve as the next Chair of the New Jersey Legislative Black Caucus. She brings four terms of legislative experience, a strong record of public service, and a collaborative approach to leadership.

The New Jersey Legislative Black Caucus serves as a unified voice advancing legislation addressing the persistent inequities affecting Black residents and underserved communities. The Caucus has played a leading role in shaping policy related to maternal health outcomes, housing stability, public safety and justice reform, education equity, and economic opportunity. As the new legislative session begins, the NJLBC remains focused on delivering community-driven solutions that improve quality of life across the state.

“At a time when we are facing real and urgent challenges at the federal level, now more than ever we must remain strong and stand together,” said Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, Chair of the New Jersey Legislative Black Caucus. “I am honored to lead the Caucus and work alongside colleagues committed to service, and I look forward to working with partners and stakeholders across all sectors as we move this work forward.”

The Caucus remains committed to collaboration with community partners, advocates, and fellow legislators to advance policies rooted in fairness, dignity, and opportunity.

New Jersey Legislative Black Caucus Executive Board (2026–2028)
Chair Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson
Vice-Chair Senator Britnee Timberlake
Secretary Assemblywoman Linda S. Carter
Treasurer Assemblyman William W. Spearman
Chaplain Assemblyman Antwan McClellan
Sergeant-at-Arms Senator Gordon Johnson