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NJ S2701

NJ S2701
Prohibits investment by State of pension and annuity funds in, and requires divestment from, companies involved in production or maintenance of nuclear weapons.


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Introduced
05/19/2022
In Committee
05/19/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill prohibits the Director of the Division of Investment from investing any assets of the State retirement funds in any company involved in the production or maintenance of nuclear weapons. The bill requires divestment from these companies to be completed generally within two years. Under the bill, the State Investment Council and the director are required to identify all companies subject to divestment, and the director is required to report annually on the progress of divestment.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the State of New Jersey from investing pension and annuity funds in companies involved in the production or maintenance of nuclear weapons. It requires the State Investment Council and the Director of the Division of Investment to identify and divest from such companies within two years. The bill also provides indemnification for the Council members and state officials involved in implementing the divestment.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 05/19/2022)

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