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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 amends the definitions of the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) to include State Police detective information to the list of OPRA exclusions. State Police detectives must work discreetly to apprehend criminals. Information that publicizes personal details of a detective such as name, place of work, title, salary, etc. places this person and their family in danger. The State of New Jersey has the obligation to protect those who are protecting the citizens of this State.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) to include State Police detective information in the list of OPRA exclusions. This means that personal details about State Police detectives, such as their names, work locations, titles, and salaries, will not be publicly accessible under OPRA. The rationale is that State Police detectives need to work discreetly to apprehend criminals, and releasing their personal information could put them and their families at risk. The State of New Jersey has an obligation to protect those who are protecting the citizens of the state.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government 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/A753 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A1000/753_I1.HTM |
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