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NJ A4154
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carol Murphy
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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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