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NJ S1261

Bill

Status

Passed

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Linda Greenstein

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Reclassifies State Investigators in the Division of Criminal Justice from unclassified to classified civil service titles
  • Amends P.L.1977, c.275 to remove language allowing State Investigators to serve "at the pleasure" of the Attorney General and be subject to removal by the Attorney General
  • Requires the Division of Criminal Justice and Civil Service Commission to convert all current State Investigator positions from unclassified to classified service upon enactment
  • Provides State Investigators with full civil service protections they currently lack as unclassified employees
  • State Investigators retain all powers and rights of police officers, constables, and special deputy sheriffs in criminal matters

Legislative Description

Changes classification of State Investigators in civil service.

Withdrawn Because Approved

Last Action

Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.351.

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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