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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 a New Jersey Government Efficiency Commission. The commission will investigate and compile strategies regarding the streamlining of government functions, the elimination of unnecessary government bureaucracy, redundancies, and overlapping functions, and the opportunity for cost reductions in government. The commission will consist of seven members as follows: the State Treasurer, or the Treasurer's designee, who will serve as chairperson; one member of the New Jersey State Chamber of Commerce; one public member appointed by the Governor; one public member appointed by the President of the Senate; one public member appointed by the Speaker of the General Assembly; one public member appointed by the Minority Leader of the Senate; and one public member appointed by the Minority Leader of the General Assembly. The public members of the commission will be appointed for terms of three years and may be removed by the appointing authority for cause. The initial members shall be appointed within 30 days of the effective date of this act. The commission will be constituted upon the appointment of the majority of its authorized membership. The commission will meet at the call of the chairperson and will meet as frequently as is necessary to fulfill its duties and responsibilities. The commission will issue an initial report to the Governor and the Legislature on its finding and recommendations within one year of the commission's formation, and an annual report each year thereafter.
AI Summary
This joint resolution establishes a New Jersey Government Efficiency Commission, a seven-member body tasked with finding ways to make state government run more smoothly and save taxpayer money. The commission will investigate and propose strategies to simplify government operations, get rid of unnecessary bureaucracy and duplicated efforts, and identify opportunities for cost savings. The commission will be chaired by the State Treasurer or their representative and will include one member from the New Jersey State Chamber of Commerce, along with five public members appointed by various legislative leaders and the Governor. This commission, which will receive staff support from the Department of the Treasury, is required to issue an initial report on its findings and recommendations within one year of its formation and then provide annual reports thereafter.
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 |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/SJR34 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/SJR/34_I1.HTM |
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