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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 requires the Governor, the President of the Senate, the Minority Leader of the Senate, the Speaker of the General Assembly, and the Minority Leader of the General Assembly to meet together at the State House in Trenton at least once each quarter of each calendar year for a period of time of not less than two hours. The initial portion of any meeting will be private. The private portion of a meeting will be followed by a portion that is open to the public. The Governor and each legislative leader will discuss the state of the State, pending legislation, ideas for legislation, public policy issues, and any matter that may be of interest to the people of this State. The Governor and each legislative leader will have the opportunity to speak. During the public portion of any meeting the Governor and each legislative leader will report to the public on the state of the State and, at the discretion of that individual, may accept and respond to questions from members of the public. The Governor and each legislative leader must attend in person every meeting for the duration thereof and may not be represented by any other person.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that the Governor, the President of the Senate, the Senate Minority Leader, the Speaker of the General Assembly, and the General Assembly Minority Leader must convene quarterly at the State House in Trenton for at least two hours. These meetings will begin with a private session, followed by a portion open to the public, during which participants will discuss the state of the state, current and proposed legislation, public policy, and other matters of public interest. While each leader will have speaking opportunities, during the public portion, they will report on the state of the state and may answer questions from the public. Crucially, all required attendees must participate in person for the entire duration of each meeting and cannot send representatives.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
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 |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S958 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1000/958_I1.HTM |
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