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NJ S3583
NJ S3583Expands eligibility for veterans' civil service preference; creates additional preference benefits.
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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would expand eligibility for veterans' hiring preference in the civil service so that individuals who are eligible for veterans' preference in the federal civil service, but are not eligible for preference in the State civil service, would receive additional points above the individual's earned score on State civil service examinations. To receive the additional points, an individual must meet the eligibility requirements established under section 2108 of Title 5, United States Code, as may be amended and supplemented. This new benefit to disabled veterans who did not serve in a time of war would apply only if an amendment to the State Constitution is approved by the voters to permit such disabled veterans to receive the benefit.
AI Summary
This bill expands eligibility for veterans' preference in state civil service hiring by granting additional points on civil service examinations to individuals who qualify as disabled veterans or veterans under federal law (specifically, 5 U.S.C. s.2108, which defines who is considered a veteran or disabled veteran for federal purposes) but may not currently meet the state's definition. Disabled veterans who did not serve during a time of war would only receive this additional preference if a proposed amendment to the State Constitution is approved by voters. Specifically, individuals meeting the federal definition of a disabled veteran but not the state's definition would receive 10 additional points, while those meeting the federal definition of a veteran but not the state's definition would receive five additional points, provided they achieve a passing score on an open competitive examination. This change aims to align state civil service preferences more closely with federal standards and provide greater recognition for a broader group of veterans.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S3583 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S4000/3583_I1.HTM |
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