New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill AJR90

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Urges United States Department of Defense and New Jersey Civil Service Commission to permit civil service examinations during deployment.

Impact

The implications of AJR90 are significant for state laws surrounding employment and veteran affairs. By facilitating service members' access to civil service examinations during deployment, the resolution aims to streamline the reintegration process for veterans. It acknowledges the sacrifices made by military personnel and seeks to provide them with opportunities to secure employment in public service roles, which can be greatly beneficial for maintaining their livelihoods post-service.

Summary

Assembly Joint Resolution No. 90 (AJR90) urges the United States Department of Defense (DOD) and the New Jersey Civil Service Commission (CSC) to allow military service members to participate in civil service examinations while deployed. The resolution seeks to address the challenges faced by service members who, while serving their country, are unable to take these important exams due to their active duty commitments. This participation would enable service members to be included in civil service employment eligibility lists, thus enhancing their chances of finding employment upon their return home.

Conclusion

In conclusion, AJR90 is a proactive step towards improving employment prospects for military service members by advocating for their rights to participate in civil service examinations during deployment. This resolution emphasizes commitment to veterans and highlights the need for collaborative efforts between military and civil service entities to enable better outcomes for those who serve the nation.

Contention

While there may not be explicit points of contention recorded in the discussions surrounding AJR90, the potential for differing opinions on how best to support service members can arise. Some stakeholders may argue for a more extensive reform of the civil service system, expressing concerns about the adequacy of current processes to address the unique circumstances faced by deployed service members. Others may advocate for prioritizing immediate job placement efforts instead of adjustments to examination policies.

Companion Bills

NJ AJR13

Carry Over Urges United States Department of Defense and New Jersey Civil Service Commission to permit civil service examinations during deployment.

Previously Filed As

NJ AJR13

Urges United States Department of Defense and New Jersey Civil Service Commission to permit civil service examinations during deployment.

NJ SB0017

Services for Department of Defense Civilian Employees

NJ A2437

Makes various changes to civil service; permits institution of temporary layoffs; permits government entities to opt-out of civil service; requires civil service examinations be offered on continual basis.

NJ S1351

Makes various changes to civil service; permits institution of temporary layoffs; permits government entities to opt-out of civil service; requires civil service examinations be offered on continual basis.

NJ S2157

Makes various changes to civil service; permits institution of temporary layoffs; permits government entities to opt-out of civil service; requires civil service examinations be offered on continual basis.

NJ A753

Creates New Jersey Servicemembers' Civil Relief Act.

NJ A3206

Permits certain non-US citizen military service members to take civil service examinations and be eligible for civil service veterans preference.

NJ A2048

Permits certain non-US citizen military service members to take civil service examinations and be eligible for civil service veterans preference.

NJ A1751

Creates New Jersey Servicemembers' Civil Relief Act.

NJ AR36

Memorializes Department of Defense to authorize changes on certain military service forms of veterans who are transgender.

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