NJ A1578

Sets a fixed per diem allowance of $750 for recalled judges across three categories: administrative law judges, Supreme Court justices and Superior Court judges, and Workers' Compensation judges

Removes authority of individual courts and directors to set their own per diem rates for recalled judges, establishing a uniform statutory amount instead

Applies to retired judges who have been recalled for temporary service after reaching mandatory retirement age of 70, with recalled judges prohibited from serving beyond age 80

Maintains existing provisions requiring reimbursement of reasonable expenses and provision of necessary facilities for recalled judges performing their duties

Preserves the cap preventing recalled Supreme Court justices and judges from receiving combined salary and pension exceeding the current salary of their former court position