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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill expands on certain Division of State Police titles that may change in rank and grade upon the approval of the Attorney General. Currently, the Superintendent of the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety may change or increase the rank and grade of any member or increase the number of personnel for the efficient operation of the division. These changes are to be approved by the Attorney General and budgeted within the limitations of the divisions' appropriations. This bill specifies the titles in which the superintendent may change or increase ranks and grades and which changes require the approval of the Attorney General. Specifically, the bill permits that the superintendent may change the ranks and grades of any trooper, detective, first-line supervisor, mid-level manager, or executive-level personnel for the efficient operation of the division without the approval of the Attorney General. Further, the bill provides that the superintendent may only make changes to command staff positions holding the rank of major and lieutenant colonel upon the approval of the Attorney General. The bill requires that any personnel changes should be achieved within the limitations of the division's appropriations, consistent with current law.
AI Summary
This bill modifies how the Superintendent of the Division of State Police can adjust personnel ranks and grades within the division, aiming for more efficient operations. Currently, the Superintendent can change ranks and grades or increase personnel numbers with the approval of the Attorney General, as long as it stays within the division's budget. This bill clarifies that the Superintendent can change the ranks and grades of troopers, detectives, first-line supervisors, mid-level managers, and executive-level personnel without needing the Attorney General's approval. However, any changes to command staff positions at the rank of major or lieutenant colonel will still require the Attorney General's approval. The bill also reiterates that all personnel changes must be made within the division's existing budget limitations.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.304. (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/A1055 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1500/1055_I1.HTM |
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