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NJ A5642
NJ A5642Requires commencement of State Police recruit training class at least once every six months; establishes recruitment program.
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Introduced
05/08/2025
05/08/2025
In Committee
05/08/2025
05/08/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires the Superintendent of State Police to establish and maintain a schedule for the commencement of a State Police recruit training class at least once every six months. Under the bill, the superintendent, in consultation with the Attorney General, is required to establish recruitment goals for the succeeding fiscal year no later than 30 days after enactment of the annual State budget. The bill provides that recruitment goals are to be based on the availability of funds and the projected attrition of State Police members due to retirement, resignation, or other cause. In addition, the bill requires the superintendent, in consultation with the Attorney General, to develop and implement a recruitment program to attract a sufficient number of qualified applicants who reflect the diversity of the community the agency is charged with protecting. The bill provides that the program is to set specific goals for the recruitment of females and minorities. Under the bill, recruitment strategies are to include, but are not limited to, the following: (1) conducting outreach in low-income communities; (2) partnering with applicable local community organizations and educational institutions; and (3) using modern advertising strategies, social media, and other applicable online platforms to reach potential applicants. The bill provides that the superintendent is to evaluate the program annually and take action as necessary to increase the program's effectiveness and ensure that goals regarding the recruitment of females and minorities are being met.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Superintendent of State Police to establish a training schedule that starts a new recruit class at least twice per year. The superintendent must develop an annual recruitment strategy in consultation with the Attorney General, setting goals based on available funding and expected staff attrition. The recruitment program specifically aims to attract qualified applicants who represent the diversity of the communities the State Police serve, with particular emphasis on recruiting women and minorities. To achieve these goals, the recruitment strategies will include targeted outreach in low-income communities, partnerships with local community organizations and educational institutions, and the use of modern advertising techniques like social media and online platforms. The superintendent is mandated to evaluate the recruitment program annually and make necessary adjustments to improve its effectiveness and ensure the goals of diversity and representation are being met. The bill would take effect immediately upon enactment, providing a structured approach to maintaining and diversifying the State Police workforce.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee (on 05/08/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5642 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A6000/5642_I1.HTM |
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