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NJ A4928

NJ A4928
Creates task force to study feasibility of paperless State government.


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Introduced
12/05/2022
In Committee
12/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill establishes a task force to study the feasibility of a paperless State government. The task force will consist of 15 members. The purpose of the task force will be to study the feasibility and logistics of a paperless system in the Executive branch of State government. At a minimum, the task force will study: (1) the opportunities and risks associated with using electronic registration and electronic transactions; (2) different types of technology available for the State to develop a paperless system; (3) cybersecurity protections and technology upgrades to State computer systems, networks, software, and hardware across all State-level departments, commissions, councils, boards, authorities, offices, or other appropriate agencies; (4) any cost-benefit analysis concerning all needed technology upgrades; (5) a summary of the benefits of a paperless system; (6) how the Legislature can modify current State laws to support a secure paperless system; (7) the feasibility of implementing a paperless system in the State and the best approach to finance the cost of implementing a paperless system; (8) the opportunities and risks associated with a paperless electronic permit submission process; (9) the feasibility of a paperless records retention process; and (10) such other topics relative to a paperless system in State government. The task force will issue an interim report on its activities and progress to the Governor and the Legislature within six months from the date of its first meeting. The task force will issue its final report within one year from the date of its first meeting. Following the issuance of its final report, the task force will convene at the call of the chairperson to consider and respond to any written request submitted to it by a legislator or officer or employee of the Executive branch of State government on any issue, item, or decision set forth in its report. The task force will expire six months after the issuance of the task force's final report.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a task force to study the feasibility of a paperless system in the Executive Branch of the New Jersey state government. The 15-member task force will examine various aspects of implementing a paperless system, including the opportunities and risks of electronic transactions, available technologies, cybersecurity measures, cost-benefit analyses, and potential legislative changes. The task force will issue an interim report within six months and a final report within one year, providing recommendations and draft legislation as appropriate. After issuing the final report, the task force will remain available to respond to any written requests from legislators or executive branch officials regarding the report's findings and decisions.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 12/05/2022)

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