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Bill > A1156
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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 explicitly provides that under a council-manager form of government, when the mayor is elected at-large by the voters of the municipality at the regular municipal election or general election, the mayor would retain appointing authority that is prescribed by general law.
AI Summary
This bill clarifies that in municipalities operating under a council-manager form of government, if the mayor is directly elected by voters in a general or regular municipal election, they will retain the authority to make appointments as outlined in general state laws, specifically mentioning appointments to the board of education and public library trustees. This amendment aims to ensure that mayors elected at-large maintain certain appointing powers that might otherwise be transferred to the municipal manager in such governmental structures.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government 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/A1156 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1500/1156_I1.HTM |
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