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NJ S1881

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Latham Tiver

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Eliminates the New Jersey state residency requirement for employees of school districts, charter schools, and renaissance school projects
  • Amends R.S.52:14-7, which established mandatory state residency for public employees in 2011
  • Retains the residency requirement for all other public officers and employees, including those in state government, counties, municipalities, and public authorities
  • Allows school districts to hire teachers and staff who live outside New Jersey, effective immediately upon enactment
  • Sponsored by Senator Latham Tiver (District 8 - Atlantic and Burlington) and pre-filed for the 2026 legislative session

Legislative Description

Eliminates requirement for public school employees to maintain State residency.

Education

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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