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NJ S4809

Bill

Status

Passed

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Teresa Ruiz

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the requirement that public members appointed to the Commission on Latino and Hispanic Heritage hold a Master's degree in Latino or Hispanic studies or culture

  • Eliminates the requirement that public members must have served prominently as spokespersons or leaders of organizations in the Latino or Hispanic heritage community

  • Replaces previous qualifications with a simpler requirement that public members have "knowledge and experience in Latino or Hispanic studies or education"

  • Maintains the 21-member commission structure with 19 public members appointed by the Governor (9), Senate President (5), and Assembly Speaker (5)

Legislative Description

Revises certain membership requirements of Commission on Latino and Hispanic Heritage.

Bills and Joint Resolutions Signed by the Governor

Last Action

Approved P.L.2025, c.273.

1/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Education12/18/2025
Education11/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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