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NJ S1811
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Troy Singleton
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AI Summary
- Exempts nonresident military spouses from New Jersey's residency requirement for public employees under the "New Jersey First Act"
- Defines "nonresident military spouse" as the spouse of an active duty Armed Forces member who has been transferred to New Jersey, is legally domiciled there, or has moved on a permanent change-of-station basis
- Amends R.S.52:14-7, which currently requires most state, county, municipal, and school district employees to maintain principal residence in New Jersey
- Takes effect immediately upon enactment
- Sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton (District 7) and Gordon M. Johnson (District 37), pre-filed for the 2026 legislative session
Legislative Description
Exempts nonresident military spouses from "New Jersey First Act."
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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