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NJ S3487

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

James Beach

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Department of State Police as a principal department in the executive branch of New Jersey state government, transferring it from the Department of Law and Public Safety

  • Designates the Superintendent of State Police as the executive and administrative head of the new department, with appointment by the Governor with Senate advice and consent

  • Removes Attorney General oversight of State Police personnel decisions, requiring only Superintendent approval for any personnel changes within the department

  • Designates the Superintendent of State Police as the State Director of Emergency Management

  • Maintains existing oversight by the Office of Law Enforcement Professional Standards over the newly established department

Legislative Description

Establishes Department of State Police as principal department in executive branch of State government.

Law and Public Safety

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Law and Public Safety2/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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