New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S2388

Introduced
3/24/22  

Caption

Establishes permanent task force to review and guide implementation of process improvement programs for government entities based on Lean Six Sigma management approach.

Impact

The bill mandates that the task force conducts an initial comprehensive review and periodic assessments of government processes within state departments, counties, municipalities, and local school districts. The task force will prioritize which processes should adopt Lean Six Sigma methodologies and develop tailored recommendations for implementation. Through this structured approach, the bill aims to foster a culture of continuous improvement within government operations, ultimately resulting in enhanced performance and more effective use of taxpayer resources.

Summary

Senate Bill S2388 aims to establish a permanent Process Improvement Program Task Force in the State of New Jersey. This task force is intended to guide the implementation of process improvement programs within government entities based on the Lean Six Sigma management approach. The Lean Six Sigma approach is recognized for enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in various organizations, and its application is expected to yield improvements in service delivery and cost savings in the public sector over time. By instituting this task force, the bill emphasizes a systematic review and assessment of government processes that could benefit from such improvements.

Contention

S2388 could lead to some contention regarding the balance of authority between state and local entities. While the bill aims to improve efficiency at all levels of government, there may be concerns about how such centralization of process reviews might affect local governance. Some stakeholders may argue that the transfer of authority to a state-level task force could undermine local initiatives that are uniquely tailored to community needs. As such, the successful implementation of the task force's recommendations may require careful consideration of local input and engagement to ensure that improvements align with community priorities.

Companion Bills

NJ A4202

Same As Establishes permanent task force to review and guide implementation of process improvement programs for government entities based on Lean Six Sigma management approach.

Previously Filed As

NJ A4202

Establishes permanent task force to review and guide implementation of process improvement programs for government entities based on Lean Six Sigma management approach.

NJ A3716

Establishes permanent task force to review and guide implementation of process improvement programs for government entities based on Lean Six Sigma management approach.

NJ A2016

Establishes "Voting Improvement Task Force."

NJ A1830

Establishes "Voting Improvement Task Force."

NJ SB619

Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process.

NJ SCR35

Creates a task force to study and make recommendations relative to the "evidence based approaches" as required by the "Charter School Demonstration Programs Law".

NJ HR922

Commending the City of Irving for its implementation of the Lean Six Sigma program.

NJ A5754

Establishes Red Tape Review Task Force.

NJ S3684

Establishes program to foster improvements in customer service in State government agencies.

NJ A5215

Establishes program to foster improvements in customer service in State government agencies.

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NJ A4202

Establishes permanent task force to review and guide implementation of process improvement programs for government entities based on Lean Six Sigma management approach.

NJ A3716

Establishes permanent task force to review and guide implementation of process improvement programs for government entities based on Lean Six Sigma management approach.

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