New Jersey Assembly Bill A2754

New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/9/24
• Refer: 1/9/24

Caption

Provides that cabinet-level public officials, Attorney General, and county prosecutors may serve in acting capacity for no longer than six months without nomination.

Impact

The implications of A2754 are significant for the governance of New Jersey. It is designed to eliminate prolonged vacancies in critical government offices, thereby enhancing accountability and transparency within the state's executive branch. By enforcing a six-month limit, the bill aims to prevent uncertainty in leadership roles and ensure that the Governor is actively fulfilling their responsibility to nominate suitable candidates for these positions.

Summary

Assembly Bill A2754 introduces a regulation that limits the duration for which cabinet-level public officials, the Attorney General, and county prosecutors can serve in an acting capacity without a formal nomination. Specifically, it mandates that no individual can hold such a position for more than six months unless they have been nominated by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate. This proposal aims to enforce a more structured and timely appointment process for significant government roles that require Senate approval.