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NJ S1690
NJ S1690Provides that no more than four of seven public members appointed to Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council may be of same political party.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides that of the seven residents of the State appointed to the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council by the Governor, not more than four of these members may be of the same political party.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to ensure that of the seven public members appointed to the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council, no more than four can belong to the same political party, with these appointments being made by the Governor, with the advice and consent of the Senate, and also includes one appointment by the Governor upon the recommendation of the President of the Senate and one by the Governor upon the recommendation of the Speaker of the General Assembly, with these members expected to have expertise in areas like water quality, environmental protection, land use, or economic development.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1690 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2000/1690_I1.HTM |
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