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NJ A680
NJ A680Prohibits local units of government from adopting increased minimum wage and mandatory paid sick leave for private employers.
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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 would prohibit a local unit from adopting an ordinance, resolution, or rule or regulation, or taking any other action, setting forth the terms and conditions of employment offered by any private employer, including, but not limited to, imposing sick leave or minimum wage requirements. Under the bill, any ordinance, resolution, rule, or regulation, or other action taken setting forth the terms and conditions of employment offered by private employers would be against public policy and would be null and void. The bill defines "local unit" as a political subdivision of the State that is a municipality or county, or any agency or instrumentality of a municipality or county, but not a school district or regional school district. The bill would also remove all provisions of section 5 of P.L.1966, c.113 (C.34:11-56a4) regarding what actions a political subdivision may or may not take with respect to terms and conditions of employees of private sector employers who are vendors, contractors, and subcontractors of a political subdivision.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits local governmental units, defined as municipalities or counties but not school districts, from enacting or enforcing any rules or regulations that set terms and conditions of employment for private employers, specifically mentioning minimum wage and mandatory paid sick leave. Any such local rules would be considered against public policy and void. Additionally, the bill removes existing provisions that allowed local governments to set wage and overtime standards for vendors, contractors, and subcontractors working for them. The intent is to establish uniform statewide policies for employment conditions rather than a patchwork of local regulations.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Labor 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/A680 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1000/680_I1.HTM |
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