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NJ A2708
NJ A2708Prohibits elected officers of municipality from accepting employment with municipality in which they hold office.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would prohibit an elected local government officer of a municipality from accepting any other paid position or employment with the municipality in which the officer holds elected office. The bill adds this prohibition to the list of ethical requirements under the "Local Government Ethics Law," P.L.1991, c.29 (C.40A:9-22.1 et seq.). While this law may already prohibit such hires in some cases through its restrictions against local officers securing unwarranted privileges, advantages, or financial gain for themselves, there may be some circumstances in which such a hire is permissible or in which a violation may be difficult to prove. By establishing a flat ban on this practice, this bill would prevent any such abuses of office from occurring and eliminate the appearance of such abuses.
AI Summary
This bill would prohibit an elected local government officer of a municipality from accepting any other paid position or employment with the municipality in which the officer holds elected office. The bill adds this prohibition to the existing "Local Government Ethics Law," which already restricts local officers from securing unwarranted privileges or financial gain for themselves. By establishing a flat ban on this practice, the bill aims to prevent any abuses of office and eliminate the appearance of such abuses.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A2708 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A3000/2708_I1.HTM |
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