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Governor Sherrill Signs Executive Order Bringing Government Together to Accelerate Housing Production

April 27, 2026 | nj.gov

Governor Mikie Sherrill today (4/27) signed Executive Order No. 17, a whole-of-government approach to accelerating housing production and increasing access to housing opportunities for New Jerseyans. The EO anticipates recommendations for a housing plan to be delivered by the Sherrill Administration in September. 

“We can’t make New Jersey more affordable without making housing more affordable” said Governor Mikie Sherrill. “With this Executive Order, we are aligning every tool at our disposal to accelerate housing production and make it easier for families to put down roots in the communities they love. Signed within our first 100 days, this action underscores our commitment to lowering costs, strengthening communities, and delivering real results for New Jerseyans. Because when we build more housing, we open the door to opportunity for everyone.”

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