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NJ A2983

NJ A2983
Allows Governor to remove executive county superintendent of schools at will.


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Introduced
02/20/2020
In Committee
02/20/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/11/2022

Introduced Session

2020-2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill clarifies the position of executive county superintendent of schools by stating that the position is an at will appointment and consequently can be terminated without cause by the Governor at any time before the expiration of the superintendent's three year term. In the event that the Governor exercises this authority, the position is to be filled in the same manner as any other vacancy of the position as described in N.J.S.18A:7-2 and section 55 of P.L.2007, c.63 (C.18A:7-13).

AI Summary

This bill clarifies the position of the executive county superintendent of schools by stating that the position is an at-will appointment, meaning the Governor can terminate the superintendent without cause before the expiration of the three-year term. If the Governor exercises this authority, the position will be filled in the same manner as any other vacancy, as described in existing law.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 02/20/2020)

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