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NJ S1126

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/9/2024

Primary Sponsor

John McKeon

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the State Bank of New Jersey to provide financial services, including loans and deposit accounts, to marijuana-related businesses that cannot access traditional banking due to federal prohibition of marijuana

  • Establishes a 13-member board of directors consisting of the State Treasurer (or designee) and 12 public members appointed by the Governor and legislative leaders, with required expertise in banking, financial services, and public administration

  • Exempts the State bank from all state and local taxes and fees, with all deposits guaranteed by the State and also exempt from taxation

  • Requires annual audits by an independent certified public accounting firm contracted through the State Auditor, plus regular examinations by the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance at the bank's expense

  • Imposes two-year post-employment restrictions on board members and non-clerical employees, prohibiting work with any entity that obtained loans or did substantial business with the bank

Legislative Description

Establishes State bank for handling of marijuana-related funds.

Commerce

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee

1/9/2024

Committee Referrals

Commerce1/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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