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NJ S833

NJ S833
Eliminates requirement for State residency for public officers and employees with limited historic exceptions.


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Introduced
01/18/2022
In Committee
01/18/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Eliminates requirement for State residency for public officers and employees with limited historic exceptions.

AI Summary

This bill eliminates the requirement for state residency for public officers and employees in New Jersey, with limited historic exceptions. The bill removes the provision that requires the Governor, members of the Legislature, judges, and heads of principal state government departments to have their principal residence in New Jersey. However, the bill maintains the residency requirement for those holding other state, county, municipal, or school district positions, unless they meet certain exemptions outlined in the existing law.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 01/18/2022)

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