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This concurrent resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to create a new elected position of Taxpayer Advocate in New Jersey. The Taxpayer Advocate would be a non-partisan official elected every four years during gubernatorial elections, who must be at least 30 years old and a state resident for four years. The advocate's primary mission would be to empower and protect taxpaying residents by providing information and advocacy aimed at minimizing the tax burden on state residents. Specifically, the Taxpayer Advocate would review proposed legislation and regulations that could increase state revenue, make recommendations to the Legislature and executive agencies, and inform taxpayers about matters affecting their financial interests. The resolution stipulates that the advocate must work full-time, cannot simultaneously seek another office, and cannot be affiliated with any political party. Election ballots would clearly separate the Taxpayer Advocate candidates from party-affiliated candidates. If the amendment is approved by voters, the first election for this position would occur at the gubernatorial election following the constitutional amendment's adoption, with provisions for filling vacancies in the office as needed.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/ACR96