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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 "Trenton Makes Commission" (commission). The permanent commission is established to research and implement the best ways to incentivize manufacturing businesses to come into New Jersey, while also focusing on strengthening the current manufacturing business sector already established within the State. The commission is to consist of 13 voting members, including members appointed by the Governor, legislative leaders, and relevant associations and agencies. The appointed members are to serve terms ranging from two to four years. The commission is tasked with studying and analyzing approaches other states have utilized to incentivize and strengthen the manufacturing business sector in those states, identifying cost-effective techniques to incentivize and support both new and existing manufacturing businesses within the State, consulting with the scientific and academic community for expertise and input, and reporting its findings and recommendations to the Governor and Legislature.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the "Trenton Makes Commission" within the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, a state agency responsible for promoting economic growth. The commission, composed of 13 voting members appointed by various state officials and representatives from key business and academic organizations, will research and recommend strategies to attract new manufacturing businesses to New Jersey and strengthen existing ones. Its duties include studying successful approaches used by other states, identifying cost-effective incentives, consulting with experts from scientific and academic communities, and reporting its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the Legislature within one year of its first meeting. The commission members will serve without compensation but can be reimbursed for expenses, and they will receive support from the Economic Development Authority and other state agencies.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce and Economic Development 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/A1781 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2000/1781_I1.HTM |
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