NJ A5183

New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development may develop and maintain a list of industry-valued credentials based on state labor market data and employer feedback

The credential list identifies specific certifications offered in New Jersey that employers are most interested in for hiring purposes

Annual updates to the industry-valued credential list may be made and published on the department's website as both a viewable list and downloadable document

The bill takes effect 90 days after enactment, with the Commissioner authorized to take anticipatory administrative action for implementation beforehand