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NJ A4154

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carol Murphy

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Incorporated fire police units with appropriate tax filings, insurance for all members, and designated station numbers may appoint fire police officers who are not members of a volunteer fire company
  • Appointees must be in good health, of good moral character, and have no criminal convictions involving moral turpitude
  • Fire police officer appointments under both existing and new provisions carry terms not exceeding five years
  • Notary publics may now administer the required oath to fire police officers, in addition to municipal clerks
  • Officers appointed by fire police units have the same duties and requirements as those appointed by volunteer fire companies, including completing Division of Fire Safety-approved training

Legislative Description

Permits certain fire police units to appoint fire police officers.

Public Safety and Preparedness

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Public Safety and Preparedness Committee2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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