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NJ A404

NJ A404
Prohibits commissioner or head of principal department in Executive Branch of State Government from holding additional employment that requires extended absence from NJ.


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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026-2027 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill prohibits any person holding a position as the commissioner or head of a principal department in the Executive Branch of State Government, or an office or agency thereof, from holding an additional office, employment, or position that requires the person to spend the majority of their working hours in a location outside of this State, or to be absent from this State for an extended period of time. If the additional office, employment, or position is held in accordance with the person's role as the commissioner or head of a principal department in the Executive Branch of State Government, or an office or agency thereof, then the person may request an exemption from the Employee Residency Review Committee and the committee may grant such an exemption.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits individuals serving as a commissioner or head of a principal department within the Executive Branch of New Jersey State Government from holding any other job or position that requires them to spend most of their working hours outside of New Jersey or to be away from the state for extended periods. However, these officials can request an exemption from the Employee Residency Review Committee if the additional role is related to their state duties, and the committee may grant such an exemption.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 01/13/2026)

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