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NJ S2938
NJ S2938Ease of Doing Government Business Act; requires State and local government entities to simplify procedures and expedite government transactions.
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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 establishes the "Ease of Doing Government Business Act," which requires that, within 180 days of the effective date of enactment of this act, all State and local government entities that provide direct services to the public, including but not limited to, the issuance of licenses, clearances, permits, certifications, and authorizations, undertake a review of its operations and identify steps to streamline and expedite government transactions. This bill requires that at least once each calendar year, the director, commissioner, or chief executive of each State and local government entity review all transactional services provided by the entity to determine the steps that can be taken to simplify, streamline, and expedite the delivery of government services by the entity in a manner that increases efficiency and reduces the time it takes to complete government transactions. The steps are to include, but may not be limited to, simplifying processes and procedures, reducing redundancies, eliminating waste, and increasing efficiency wherever possible, to the extent not inconsistent with the entity's obligations provided for by law. This bill requires that, wherever feasible, each State and local government entity implement online resources, automated services, or any other technologies which may make the delivery of government services more efficient and responsive to the needs of the people of this State. Any such resources, automated services, or technologies are required to utilize plain language that is easily comprehendible, with clear and concise instructions to promote ease of use and, to the extent practicable, provide users with the option to select the language in which they would prefer those services to be delivered. This bill requires that wherever possible, mechanisms are to be provided to permit individuals to provide feedback to the government entity of their transaction experience and submit suggestions for improvement of the delivery of services. Such feedback is to be reviewed by the government entity within 30 days of its submission and considered when adopting plans to increase efficiency of the delivery of services for future transactions.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Ease of Doing Government Business Act," mandates that all State and local government entities that provide direct public services, such as issuing licenses, permits, or certifications, must review their operations within 180 days of the bill's enactment to identify ways to simplify and speed up government transactions. Annually, the heads of these entities must re-evaluate their services to find further improvements that increase efficiency and reduce processing times, focusing on simplifying procedures, eliminating waste, and reducing redundancy, as long as these changes don't conflict with existing legal obligations. The bill also requires these entities to implement online resources, automated services, or other technologies where feasible to make services more efficient and responsive, ensuring these technologies use plain language, are easy to understand, and ideally offer users the option to choose their preferred language. Furthermore, government entities must provide ways for individuals to give feedback on their experience and suggest improvements, and this feedback must be reviewed within 30 days and considered when planning future service enhancements.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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/2026/S2938 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3000/2938_I1.HTM |
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