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NJ S74

NJ S74
Permits exemption from certain civil service examinations for person with disability.


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Introduced
01/11/2022
In Committee
01/11/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Under current law, a person must pass a civil service open competitive examination prior to becoming eligible for employment in an entry level position. Under this bill, a person with a disability who seeks to apply for a civil service position may request, in writing, an exemption from the examination required for the position. The Civil Service Commission will grant the request if the commission determines that the duties of the position for which the person seeks to apply can be performed by a person with a disability who is otherwise qualified to satisfactorily perform those duties. The appointing authority will require proof of the person's disability prior to making an appointment. The appointing authority will accept as proof of disability a letter or other official certification from a medical professional. The appointing authority will also accept as proof of eligibility participation in certain specified programs. The records pertaining to a person's disability, except to the extent necessary for the proper administration of this bill and for statistical purposes, will be deemed confidential and not subject to the law commonly referred to as the open public records act.

AI Summary

This bill permits a person with a disability to request an exemption from the civil service examination required for entry-level positions. The Civil Service Commission will grant the exemption if it determines the duties of the position can be satisfactorily performed by a qualified person with a disability. The appointing authority must accept various forms of proof of disability, including a letter or certification from a medical professional or documentation of eligibility for certain disability-related programs or services. The records related to a person's disability will be deemed confidential, except for necessary administrative and statistical purposes.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 01/11/2022)

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