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NJ SJR34

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Pennacchio

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a seven-member New Jersey Government Efficiency Commission housed in the Department of the Treasury to streamline bureaucracy, eliminate redundancies and overlapping functions, and identify cost reductions

  • State Treasurer (or designee) serves as chairperson, with one Chamber of Commerce member and five public members appointed by the Governor, Senate President, Assembly Speaker, and both minority leaders

  • Public members serve staggered three-year terms with initial appointments due within 30 days of the bill's effective date; members may be removed for cause by their appointing authority

  • Commission must issue an initial report on findings and recommendations to the Governor and Legislature within one year of formation, followed by annual reports thereafter

  • Department of the Treasury provides staff support, and the commission may call upon employees from any state, county, or municipal agency as needed

Legislative Description

Establishes New Jersey Government Efficiency Commission.

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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