New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A2300

Introduced
1/9/24  
Refer
1/9/24  
Chaptered
1/9/24  

Caption

Makes supplemental appropriation of $650,000 to New Jersey Division of State Police for trooper recruitment and retention.

Impact

The implementation of A2300 is likely to have a positive impact on the operations of the New Jersey Division of State Police by providing financial support necessary for competitive salaries. This supplemental appropriation reflects ongoing efforts to improve the capabilities of law enforcement agencies in response to staffing shortages that could affect public safety. By focusing on retention and recruitment, the bill aims to stabilize the workforce and enhance the effectiveness of police services across the state.

Summary

Assembly Bill A2300 proposes a supplemental appropriation of $650,000 to the New Jersey Division of State Police aimed specifically at enhancing recruitment and retention efforts among state troopers. This funding is intended to help address ongoing challenges in attracting and retaining qualified personnel within the law enforcement community. The bill specifies that the funds would be allocated to troopers at Step 9 of the base salary based on the existing Collective Negotiations Agreement between the state and the State Troopers Fraternal Association.

Contention

Despite the apparent support for the bill, concerns may arise regarding the appropriation of funds at a time when budget constraints are prevalent. Some stakeholders might question whether such an allocation is the best use of state resources, especially if there are competing priorities in other public sectors. Additionally, there might be discussions around the broader implications this funding could have on negotiations with other state employee unions and how it fits into the larger budgetary context for law enforcement funding in New Jersey.

Companion Bills

NJ A5836

Carry Over Makes supplemental appropriation of $650,000 to New Jersey Division of State Police for trooper recruitment and retention.

NJ S4212

Carry Over Makes supplemental appropriation of $650,000 to New Jersey Division of State Police for trooper recruitment and retention.

Previously Filed As

NJ A5836

Makes supplemental appropriation of $650,000 to New Jersey Division of State Police for trooper recruitment and retention.

NJ S4212

Makes supplemental appropriation of $650,000 to New Jersey Division of State Police for trooper recruitment and retention.

NJ A2932

Supplemental appropriation of $2,000,000 to New Jersey Division of State Police for purchase of mobile surveillance towers.

NJ A4415

Supplemental appropriation of $2,000,000 to New Jersey Division of State Police for purchase of mobile surveillance towers.

NJ S2838

Supplemental appropriation of $2,000,000 to New Jersey Division of State Police for purchase of mobile surveillance towers.

NJ S3451

Supplemental appropriation of $200,000 to the New Jersey State Police Cyber Crimes Unit.

NJ A2933

Supplemental appropriation of $2,000,000 to New Jersey Division of State Police establishing temporary unit to monitor certain social media posts and provide support to local police.

NJ A4416

Supplemental appropriation of $2,000,000 to New Jersey Division of State Police establishing temporary unit to monitor certain social media posts and provide support to local police.

NJ S2839

Supplemental appropriation of $2,000,000 to New Jersey Division of State Police establishing temporary unit to monitor certain social media posts and provide support to local police.

NJ SB199

Relative to establishing a new recruitment and retention program for new New Hampshire state troopers.

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