N.J. Stat. § 52:9DD-8 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 9DD / Section 9DD-8
New Jersey Human Relations Council.
Status: in_force

1. a. There is hereby created the New Jersey Human Relations Council, referred to hereinafter as the council, which shall promote prejudice reduction education and address the problem of bias and violent acts based on the victim's race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender or disability. The council shall be a permanent, independent body in but not of the Department of Law and Public Safety. b. The council shall consist of an executive committee which shall include ten public members who shall be representative of the various ethnic; religious; national origin; racial; sexual orientation; gender; and disabilities organizations in this State, of whom four shall be appointed by the Governor, no more than two of whom shall be of the same political party; three shall be appointed by the President of the Senate, no more than two of whom shall be of the same political party; and three shall be appointed by the Speaker of the General Assembly, no more than two of whom shall be of the same political party; two members of the Senate appointed by the President of the Senate, no more than one of whom shall be of the same political party; two members of the General Assembly appointed by the Speaker of the General Assembly, no more than one of whom shall be of the same political party; seven representatives from county human relations commissions representing the diversity of all county human relations commissions from the 21 counties of the State appointed by the Governor; and the following ex officio members: the Attorney General of the State of New Jersey; the Secretary of State; Commissioner of the Department of Education; the Commissioner of the Department of Community Affairs; the Commissioner of the Department of Corrections; the Commissioner of the Department of Human Services; the Public Defender; the Director of the Administrative Office of the Courts; the Director of the Division of Criminal Justice; the Superintendent of the Division of State Police; the Director of the Division on Civil Rights; the President of the County Prosecutors Association of New Jersey; the President of the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police; the President of the Bias Crime Officers Association of New Jersey; a county Superintendent of Schools selected by the Commissioner of the Department of Education; the President of the New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association; and the President of the New Jersey Education Association. c. Of the public members first appointed to the council, six shall be appointed for a term of three years, two shall be appointed for terms of two years and two shall be appointed for a term of one year. The seven county human relations commissions representatives shall be appointed for terms of two years. The legislative members appointed initially under this act shall serve until the end of the legislative session in which the appointment is made. Thereafter, the legislative members shall be appointed for two-year terms to coincide with the two-year legislative term in which they serve on the council. Thereafter, the public members shall be appointed for terms of three years. Vacancies on the council shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment but for the unexpired term. A chairperson and vice-chairperson shall be selected from among the public members of the council and the representatives from the county human relations commissions. The council shall have the authority to establish subcommittees as it deems appropriate and pursuant to this act. The executive committee of the council shall adopt bylaws to govern the council and elect officers from among the council members as it deems appropriate and pursuant to this act. d. Each ex officio member may designate a person from the member's department or agency to represent the member at hearings of the council. All designees may lawfully vote and otherwise act on behalf of the member for whom they constitute the designee. L.1997,c.257,s.1; amended 2003, c.201.
N.J. Stat. § 52:17A-3.3 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 17A / Section 17A-3.3
Powers and duties of Acting Attorney-General
Status: in_force

The Acting Attorney-General shall, during the absence or inability to act, through sickness or other cause, of the Attorney-General, or in case of a vacancy in the office of the Attorney-General, have the same powers and perform all the duties which are conferred and imposed by law upon the Attorney-General until the Attorney-General shall return to duty or a new Attorney-General is appointed and shall qualify. L.1948, c. 142, p. 869, s. 3.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14E-11 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14E / Section 14E-11
Short title.
Status: in_force

1. This act shall be known and may be cited as the "Fire Service Resource Emergency Deployment Act." L.2003,c.28,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27C-98 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27C / Section 27C-98
Executive director, personnel; contracts.
Status: in_force

3. The board of trustees of the Foundation for Technology Advancement shall be authorized, within the limits of its own funds, to employ an executive director and professional, technical and administrative personnel. Employees of the foundation shall not be construed to be employees of the State of New Jersey. The board shall also be authorized to contract for such professional and administrative services as it shall deem necessary. No member of the board of trustees shall engage in any business transaction or professional activity for profit with the State of New Jersey. L.2005,c.373,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 52:17A-14 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 17A / Section 17A-14
Reports to Governor and Legislature
Status: in_force

The Attorney-General shall make an annual detailed report to the Governor and the Legislature of the performance of his duties and the operations of the Department of Law and shall make such other reports to the Governor and the Legislature as the Governor or the Legislature may require from time to time. L.1944, c. 20, p. 56, s. 14.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-118.35 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-118.35
Distributions of extraordinary aid.
Status: in_force

4. The director shall on or before December 31, 1991 and annually thereafter make distributions of "Supplemental Municipal Property Tax Relief Act" extraordinary aid. The director shall annually notify the chief financial officer of each municipality, other than a municipality that received $500,000 or more in regular grant financial assistance in the prior year pursuant to the "Special Municipal Aid Act," P.L.1987, c.75 (C.52:27D-118.24 et seq.), that, in addition to State aid provided pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1991, c.63 (C.52:27D-118.34), the municipality is eligible to apply for "Supplemental Municipal Property Tax Relief Act" extraordinary aid. The municipality may apply to the board for financial assistance pursuant to this section on forms promulgated by the director. L.1991,c.63,s.4; amended 1999, c.156, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 52:32-18.1 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 32 / Section 32-18.1
Chief Diversity Officer.
Status: in_force

1. There is established in the Division of Purchase and Property in the State Department of the Treasury a Chief Diversity Officer. It shall be the duty of the Chief Diversity Officer to monitor the State's public contracting process for the purpose of compiling information on the awarding of contracts to minority-owned and women-owned business enterprises, the total value of all contracts and the percentage of the value of those contracts awarded to minority-owned and women-owned business enterprises. L.2017, c.95, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 52:18A-206 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 18A / Section 18A-206
Other plans, regulations unaffected; adoption of coastal planning policies.
Status: in_force

11. a. The provisions of P.L.1985, c.398 (C.52:18A-196 et al.) shall not be construed to affect the plans and regulations of the Pinelands Commission pursuant to the "Pinelands Protection Act," P.L. 1979, c.111 (C.13:18A-1 et seq.), the New Jersey Meadowlands Commission pursuant to the "Hackensack Meadowlands Reclamation and Development Act," P.L.1968, c.404 (C.13:17-1 et seq.), or the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council pursuant to the "Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act," P.L.2004, c.120 (C.13:20-1 et al.) for that portion of the Highlands Region lying within the preservation area as defined in section 3 of P.L.2004, c.120 (C.13:20-3) . The State Planning Commission shall rely on the adopted plans and regulations of these entities in developing the State Development and Redevelopment Plan. b. The State Planning Commission may adopt, after the enactment date of P.L.1993, c.190 (C.13:19-5.1 et al.), the coastal planning policies of the rules and regulations adopted pursuant to P.L.1973, c.185 (C.13:19-1 et seq.), the coastal planning policies of the rules and regulations adopted pursuant to subsection b. of section 17 of P.L.1973, c.185 (C.13:19-17) and any coastal planning policies of rules and regulations adopted pursuant to P.L.1973, c.185 (C.13:19-1 et seq.) thereafter as the State Development and Redevelopment Plan for the coastal area as defined in section 4 of P.L.1973, c.185 (C.13:19-4). L.1985,c.398,s.11; amended 1993, c.190, s.19; 2004, c.120, s.72.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-489k2 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-489k2
Definitions.
Status: in_force

2. As used in sections 1 through 11 of P.L.2018, c.97 (C.52:27D-489k1 et seq.): "Authority" means the New Jersey Economic Development Authority established pursuant to P.L.1974, c.80 (C.34:1B-1 et seq.), the New Jersey Redevelopment Authority established pursuant to section 4 of P.L.1996, c.62 (C.55:19-23), a county improvement authority established pursuant to P.L.1960, c.183 (C.40:37A-44 et seq.), or other instrumentality created by law of the State with the power to incur debt and issue bonds and other obligations. The issuance of debt in accordance herewith is hereby deemed an essential public, governmental, and corporate purpose of all such authorities. "Board" means the Local Finance Board established in the Division of Local Government Services in the Department of Community Affairs. "Bonds" mean bonds, notes, or other obligations issued by an authority or a municipality to finance or refinance economic redevelopment and growth grant projects, and in connection therewith, to finance or refinance any other cost or expense of an authority or a municipality pursuant to sections 1 through 11 of P.L.2018, c.97 (C.52:27D-489k1 et seq.), the "Local Redevelopment and Housing Law," P.L.1992, c.79 (C.40A:12A-1 et al.), or other applicable law. "Developer" means any person who enters or proposes to enter into a redevelopment incentive grant agreement pursuant to the provisions of section 9 of P.L.2009, c.90 (C.52:27D-489i), or its successors or assigns, including but not limited to a lender that completes an economic redevelopment and growth grant project, operates an economic redevelopment and growth grant project, or completes and operates an economic redevelopment and growth grant project. A developer also may be a municipal redeveloper as defined herein. "Economic redevelopment and growth grant project" means a project for which an incentive grant has been approved pursuant to section 4 or section 5 of P.L.2009, c.90 (C.52:27D-489d or C.52:27D-489e). "Incentive grant" means reimbursement of all or a portion of the project financing gap of an economic redevelopment and growth grant project through the State or a local Economic Redevelopment and Growth Grant program pursuant to section 4 or section 5 of P.L.2009, c. 90 (C.52:27D-489d or C.52:27D-489e). The amount of reimbursements for a State economic redevelopment and growth grant project is subject to appropriation by the Legislature and to availability of funds. "Incentive grant pledge" means an agreement that pledges a developer's right to collect incremental revenues from an incentive grant as repayment for bonds, which pledge may be part of a bond indenture or other agreement related to the issuance of the bonds. The pledge of a State incentive grant shall be made only upon notice to and consent of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority and the State Treasurer in accordance with section 9 of P.L.2009, c.90 (C.52:27D-489i). "Municipal redeveloper" means an applicant for a redevelopment incentive grant agreement, which applicant is: a. a municipal government, a municipal parking authority, or a redevelopment agency acting on behalf of a municipal government as defined in section 3 of P.L.1992, c.79 (C.40A:12A-3); or b. a developer of a mixed use parking project, provided that the parking component of the mixed use parking project is operated and maintained by a municipal parking authority for the term of any financial assistance granted pursuant to P.L.2015, c.69. "Municipality" means the municipal governing body or an entity acting on behalf of the municipality if permitted by the federal Internal Revenue Code of 1986, or, if a redevelopment agency or redevelopment entity is established in the municipality pursuant to P.L.1992, c.79 (C.40A:12A-1 et seq.) and the municipality so provides, the redevelopment agency or entity so established. "Redevelopment incentive grant agreement" means an agreement between: a. the State and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority and a developer; or b. a municipality and a developer, or a municipal ordinance authorizing a project to be undertaken by a municipal redeveloper, under which, in exchange for the proceeds of an incentive grant, the developer agrees to perform any work or undertaking necessary for an economic redevelopment and growth grant project, including the clearance, development or redevelopment, construction, or rehabilitation of any structure or improvement of commercial, industrial, residential, or public structures or improvements within a qualifying economic redevelopment and growth grant incentive area or a transit village. "Special assessment" means an assessment upon the lands or improvements on such lands, or both, on the real property benefitted by improvements undertaken pursuant to sections 1 through 11 of P.L.2018, c.97 (C.52:27D-489k1 et seq.) and assessed pursuant to chapter 56 of Title 40 of the Revised Statutes, R.S.40:56-1 et seq., except as otherwise provided in subsection b. of section 3 of P.L.2018, c.97 (C.52:27D-489k3). "State entity" means the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority established pursuant to P.L.1971, c.137 (C.5:10-1 et seq.) or any other entity created by State law which undertakes an economic redevelopment and growth grant project and which has the power to determine the location, type, and character of projects on land owned or controlled by it. L.2018, c.97, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 52:17B-41.16 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 17B / Section 17B-41.16
Surplus; disposition
Status: in_force

Any surplus remaining in any year to the credit of the board, after annual appropriations made as provided herein, shall be paid into and become part of the General Fund of the State. L.1952, c. 336, p. 1085, s. 16.
N.J. Stat. § 52:4B-10.1 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 4B / Section 4B-10.1
Emergency award.
Status: in_force

1. a. The Victims of Crime Compensation Office may make one or more emergency awards to any applicant for compensation pending final determination of a case, when it determines that compensation is likely to be provided and that the applicant will suffer undue hardship if funds are not made immediately available. The amount of any one emergency award shall not exceed $7,500. Any emergency awards made to an applicant shall be deducted from the final amount of compensation provided to an applicant by the office. If the amount of compensation made by the office to an applicant is less than the sum provided to the applicant through emergency grants, the applicant shall pay to the office an amount of money equal to the difference. If the office determines that an applicant who has received emergency awards shall receive no compensation, the applicant shall repay to the office the total amount of all emergency awards which the applicant received. b. In addition to any emergency award made pursuant to the provisions of subsection a. of this section, the office may make an emergency award in an amount not to exceed $1,000 for compensation for funds stolen from a victim in connection with any of the incidents specified in section 11 of P.L.1971, c.317 (C.52:4B-11) except burglary pursuant to paragraph (11) of subsection b. of section 11 of P.L.1971, c.317 (C.52:4B-11), whether or not the victim suffered personal injury, under the following circumstances: (1) The victim is 60 years of age or older or is disabled as defined pursuant to the federal Social Security Act, 42 U.S.C. s. 416(i); (2) The victim's income does not exceed the limits adopted by the State Department of Human Services as the standard of need for the General Assistance Program; (3) (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2019, c.380) (4) The victim establishes: (a) that the victim has filed a police report indicating, among other things, the amount stolen; (b) that the victim has cooperated with investigative and prosecuting authorities; and (c) the source of the funds stolen; and (5) The office is satisfied that there are no other sources available to provide the victim with funds necessary to cover immediate costs of essential shelter, food, or medical expenses, and that, but for the victim's loss, the victim would otherwise have had the funds to pay these costs. c. The office shall direct that any funds awarded pursuant to this act be expended solely to cover the costs established pursuant to paragraph (5) of subsection b. of this section. d. (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2007, c.95). L.1981, c.258, s.1; amended 1995, c.135, s.2; 2007, c.95, s.13; 2019, c.380, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 52:40-4 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 40 / Section 40-4
Determination of fair employment opportunities for minorities and women.
Status: in_force

4. The Division of Public Contracts Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance in the Department of the Treasury shall be the entity within the Executive Branch responsible for determining whether minorities and women have been offered a fair opportunity for employment on State contracts. Executive Branch departments and agencies, independent authorities, and State colleges and universities are directed to cooperate fully with the Division of Public Contracts Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance's enforcement efforts, consistent with law, and to award public contracts only to those businesses that agree to comply with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action requirements. L.2009, c.335, s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 52:18A-196 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 18A / Section 18A-196
Findings, declarations.
Status: in_force

1. The Legislature finds and declares that: a. New Jersey, the nation's most densely populated State, requires sound and integrated Statewide planning and the coordination of Statewide planning with local and regional planning in order to conserve its natural resources, revitalize its urban centers, protect the quality of its environment, preserve the vitality of federal military facilities, and provide needed housing and adequate public services at a reasonable cost while promoting beneficial economic growth, development and renewal; b. Significant economies, efficiencies and savings in the development process would be realized by private sector enterprise and by public sector development agencies if the several levels of government would cooperate in the preparation of and adherence to sound and integrated plans; c. It is of urgent importance that the State Development Guide Plan be replaced by a State Development and Redevelopment Plan designed for use as a tool for assessing suitable locations for infrastructure, housing, economic growth and conservation; d. It is in the public interest to encourage development, redevelopment and economic growth in locations that are well situated with respect to present or anticipated public services and facilities, giving appropriate priority to the redevelopment, repair, rehabilitation or replacement of existing facilities, and to discourage development where it may: impair or destroy natural resources or environmental qualities that are vital to the health and well-being of the present and future citizens of this State, or impair the viability of federal military facilities; e. A cooperative planning process that involves the full participation of State, regional, county and local governments as well as representatives of federal military facilities and of other public and private sector interests will enhance prudent and rational development, redevelopment and conservation policies and the formulation of sound and consistent regional plans and planning criteria; f. Since the overwhelming majority of New Jersey land use planning and development review occurs at the local level, it is important to provide local governments in this State with the technical resources and guidance necessary to assist them in developing land use plans and procedures which are based on sound planning information and practice, to assist local governments participating in a Department of Defense Joint Land Use Study, and to facilitate the development of local plans and Joint Land Use Studies which are consistent with State and regional plans and programs and the needs of nearby military facilities; g. An increasing concentration of the poor and minorities in older urban areas jeopardizes the future well-being of this State, and a sound and comprehensive planning process will facilitate the provision of equal social and economic opportunity so that all of New Jersey's citizens can benefit from growth, development and redevelopment; h. An adequate response to judicial mandates respecting housing for low- and moderate-income persons requires sound planning to prevent sprawl and to promote suitable use of land; i. Reductions in personnel and mission activities at military facilities have a direct, detrimental effect on this State. The Department of Defense considers the encroachment of civilian development upon a military facility when determining the future viability of the facility. Collaborative planning between military facility commanders and State, regional, county, and municipal officials can help protect an installation's military mission, as well as the public health, safety, quality of life, and economic stability of the civilian community; and j. These purposes can be best achieved through the establishment of a State planning commission consisting of representatives from the executive and legislative branches of State government, local government, the general public and the planning community. L.1985, c.398, s.1; amended 2004, c.120, s.63; 2016, c.21, s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 52:34-10 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 34 / Section 34-10
Circumstances under which advertising is unnecessary under s. 52:34-8.
Status: in_force

Any such purchase, contract or agreement may be made, negotiated or awarded pursuant to section 3 of this act when (a) the purchase is to be made from, or the contract to be made with, the Federal or any State Government or any agency or political subdivision thereof; or (b) the public exigency requires the immediate delivery of the articles or performance of the service; or (c) only 1 source of supply is available; or (d) more favorable terms can be obtained from a primary source of supply; or (e) articles of wearing apparel are to be purchased which are styled or seasonal in character; or (f) commodities traded on a national commodity exchange are to be purchased and fluctuations of the market require immediate action; or (g) the equipment to be purchased is of a technical nature and the procurement thereof without advertising is necessary in order to assure standardization of equipment and interchangeability of parts in the public interest. L.1954, c. 48, s. 5.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-161.1 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-161.1
"Resilient Home Construction Pilot Program" established.
Status: in_force

3. a. There is established in the Department of Community Affairs a Resilient Home Construction Pilot Program for the purpose of providing funding for developers to rehabilitate existing homes and construct new affordable homes for sale. b. As part of the pilot program, the department shall develop an application process and promulgate criteria that enables a developer to qualify for funding for the rehabilitation or construction of homes for sale. Among such other criteria as the department deems necessary, the department shall require that: (1) the homes rehabilitated or constructed for sale are not located in the 500-year floodplain or the inland or coastal climate adjusted floodplain, as defined by Department of Environmental Protection; (2) the homes rehabilitated or constructed are to be sold to households with a gross household income not to exceed 120 percent of the median gross household income for households of the same size within the housing region in which the housing is located; (3) the prospective homebuyer is a renter that has been impacted by a storm or natural disaster that has prompted the governor to declare a state of emergency; or a first-time homebuyer, including a first-time homebuyer receiving financial assistance from the agency; (4) the developer include a purchase discount on the home sale price, as established in accordance with criteria developed by the department; and (5) the homes for sale contain a minimum period of affordability as determined by the department. c. Funding to successful pilot program applicants shall be provided in a manner determined by the department and pursuant to an agreement between the department and a successful pilot program applicant, and shall be conditioned upon compliance with the provisions of such an agreement as determined by the department. d. As part of the pilot program, the department shall permit local government entities to apply for funding to provide to developers to rehabilitate existing homes and construct new, affordable homes for sale, so long as: (1) the application process and criteria imposed by the local government entity on developers is the same as the criteria developed pursuant to subsection b. of this section; (2) the local government entity and the developer enter into an agreement subject to the same requirements as an agreement pursuant to subsection c. of this section; and that funding to the local government entity is conditioned upon compliance with the provisions of an agreement as determined by the department. e. In addition to the funding provided to developers pursuant to the pilot program, the department may establish incentives to encourage homebuyers to remain in the homes developed pursuant to this pilot program, including through the provision of down payment assistance as a zero-interest forgivable loan for homebuyers who are not eligible or do not qualify for down payment assistance through other State programs including the program established pursuant to section 2 of P.L.2023, c.78 (C.55:14K-105). f. For the purpose of determining the amount of purchase discount, provided pursuant to paragraph (4) of subsection b. of this section, the department shall establish a sale price, pursuant to an appraisal conducted by a professional appraiser hired by the department. L.2023, c.78, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 52:11-54 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 11 / Section 11-54
Short title
Status: in_force

This act shall be known and may be cited as the "Legislative Services Law of 1978." L.1979, c. 8, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27H-64 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27H / Section 27H-64
Authority allocated to Commerce and Economic Development
Status: in_force

5. For purposes of compliance with Article V, Section IV, paragraph 1 of the Constitution of the State of New Jersey, the authority created by this act is allocated to the Department of Commerce and Economic Development. All clerical and professional assistants, and all personnel, procurement, budgetary and other administrative services necessary or incidental to its proper functioning shall be provided by and through that department. The authority shall, subject to the availability of funds, reimburse the department for all administrative services provided to the authority pursuant to this section. L.1983,c.303,s.5; amended 1993,c.367,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27-31 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27 / Section 27-31
Expenses of issuing notes or bonds and of foreclosure or perfecting title; including in debt to be funded; appropriation
Status: in_force

The estimated expense of issuing and selling any notes or bonds under this chapter including estimated cost of printing, advertising, attorneys' fees, execution, certification, exchange, delivery, and any other cost or expense in connection with the formulation, approval, acceptance or consummation of a refinancing operation resulting in the issuance of such notes or bonds, and provision for any estimated discount to be incurred upon the sale or exchange of such notes or bonds, and provision for any estimated cost and expense, including counsel fees, of foreclosing or otherwise perfecting titles to real estate acquired at any sale or sales of real estate for delinquent taxes or special assessments, may be included by the commission in the amount of indebtedness to be funded or refunded under this chapter, or, in whole or in part, may be provided for by appropriation made by the resolution authorizing the issuance of such notes or bonds of available cash on hand. Amended by L.1941, c. 50, p. 132, s. 2; L.1947, c. 54, p. 190, s. 3.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27C-23 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27C / Section 27C-23
Powers of authority
Status: in_force

The authority shall have full power to undertake and operate any slum clearance or housing project for slum dwellers and families of low income and to manage and control its projects. L.1944, c. 85, art. 3, p. 175, s. 23.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27C-69 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27C / Section 27C-69
Powers, quorum, action by commission.
Status: in_force

9.a. The powers of the commission shall be vested in the members thereof in office from time to time, and a majority of the total authorized membership of the commission shall constitute a quorum at any meeting thereof. Action may be taken and motions and resolutions adopted by the commission at any meeting thereof by the affirmative vote of a majority of the membership, unless in any case the bylaws of the commission shall require a larger number. No vacancy in the membership of the commission shall impair the right of a quorum to exercise all the rights and perform all the duties of the commission.
b. Members of the commission shall be subject to the provisions of the "New Jersey Conflicts of Interest Law," P.L.1971, c.182 (C.52:13D-12 et seq.).
L.1998,c.44,s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27-13.2 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27 / Section 27-13.2
Certifying failure of municipal officer or employee to perform duties; removal or suspension; appointment of another
Status: in_force

Whenever, pursuant to this chapter, the commission shall function in a municipality, it shall have, in addition to the powers granted in sections 52:27-13.1 of this title, the power, and it shall be its duty, to certify by resolution to the governing body and to the officer or employee concerned any failure on the part of such officer or employee of such municipality to perform any duty imposed upon such officer or employee under the provisions of any statute, local ordinance or regulation. Unless prior to the thirtieth day following the date of such certification, the governing body and the commission shall by resolution declare that such officer or employee has satisfactorily undertaken the performance of such duty, the governing body shall by resolution either remove, or suspend, with or without pay, such officer or employee; but nothing herein contained shall be deemed to authorize the removal or suspension hereunder without pay of any elected officer, but such officer may be suspended hereunder with pay for the remainder of his term of office. Upon the removal or suspension hereunder of any officer or employee, it shall be the duty of the governing body, with the concurrence and approval of the commission, to appoint a person or persons satisfactory to the governing body and to the commission to perform the duties of such officer or employee. In the event that no such satisfactory person can be found to perform such duties who is a resident of the municipality, it shall be lawful to appoint a person residing outside of the municipality.
N.J. Stat. § 52:18A-233.5 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 18A / Section 18A-233.5
Study, impact, redacting person's handwritten signature, published online; report to Governor, Legislature.
Status: in_force

1. a. The Chief Technology Officer, in consultation with the Office of Information Privacy in the Department of Community Affairs, shall conduct a study on the impact of redacting a person's handwritten signature on any document published on the Internet websites of State agencies, and shall prepare and submit a written report, within one year of the effective date of this act, P.L.2023, c.294 (C.52:18A-233.5), to the Governor and, pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1991, c.164 (C.52:14-19.1), to the Legislature, the chairperson of the Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee, and the chairperson of the Senate Commerce Committee, or their successor committees, which shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (1) the number of documents across State agency Internet websites containing handwritten signatures; (2) the resources necessary for State agencies to archive any document published on the agency's Internet website prior to the effective date of this act that display a person's handwritten signature; (3) the resources necessary to republish documents containing a handwritten signature on State agencies' Internet websites if the State agencies redact the person's handwritten signature; (4) the implications of these findings on long-term plans for document retention and data security; and (5) whether further legislation or regulation is necessary to establish protocols by which State agencies may redact a person's handwritten signature on any documents published on the State agencies' Internet websites. b. Upon concluding a study and issuing a report to the Governor and the Legislature pursuant to this act, the Office of Information Privacy may, through regulation adopted pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act", P.L. 1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), establish protocols by which a required State agency shall redact a person's handwritten signature on any documents published on the State agency's Internet website. L.2023, c.294.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27-13.3 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27 / Section 27-13.3
Special collectors; appointment
Status: in_force

Whenever, pursuant to this chapter, the commission shall function in a municipality, it shall have, in addition to the powers granted in sections 52:27-13.1 and 52:27-13.2 of this title, the power by resolution to recommend to the governing body of such municipality the appointment of one or more persons to act as special collectors of delinquent taxes or any other revenues in such municipality. Thereupon it shall be the duty of the governing body, with the concurrence and approval of the commission, to appoint a person or persons satisfactory to the governing body and to the commission to act as such special collector or collectors and to fix his or their compensation, and it shall be lawful so to appoint a person or persons residing outside of the municipality.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27G-35 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27G / Section 27G-35
Existing agreements, void, exceptions.
Status: in_force

4. a. An inter vivos gift, contract, conveyance, disposition, transfer, trust, change in beneficiary designation, appointment, or re-titling of an account or property, or a testamentary instrument affecting an incapacitated adult's money or property in favor of a registered professional guardian or a family member or business associate of the registered professional guardian, made or executed, as appropriate, during the two-year period before the establishment of a guardianship in which the registered professional guardian is appointed as guardian shall be void, unless the court determines that: (1) the registered professional guardian or a family member or business associate of the registered professional guardian who benefits from the inter vivos transaction or testamentary instrument described in this subsection is a spouse, domestic partner as defined in section 3 of P.L. 2003, c.246 (C.26:8A-3) or heir at law of the incapacitated adult; or (2) the registered professional guardian has proved by a preponderance of the evidence that the inter vivos transaction or testamentary instrument described in this subsection: (a) was not made or executed, as appropriate, when the incapacitated adult was under the disability that caused the incapacitated adult to be subsequently declared incapacitated; (b) was authorized and not the result of undue influence, fraud, coercion, duress, deception or misrepresentation; and (c) was reviewed by an independent attorney, who is not associated with the registered professional guardian or a family member or business associate of the registered professional guardian, donee, contracting party, transferee, beneficiary, title holder or devisee, and that: (i) the independent attorney counseled the incapacitated adult about the nature and consequences of the intended inter vivos transaction or testamentary instrument described in this subsection; and (ii) the independent attorney certified that the intended inter vivos transaction or testamentary instrument described in this subsection was not the result of undue influence, fraud, coercion, duress or misrepresentation. The provisions of this subsection shall not be construed to affect any other right or remedy that may be available to the incapacitated adult or the estate of the incapacitated adult with respect to an inter vivos transaction or testamentary instrument described in this subsection that benefits a registered professional guardian or a family member or business associate of the registered professional guardian. The provisions of this subsection shall not be construed to invalidate a subsequent transfer for value to a bona fide transferee from a registered professional guardian or a family member or business associate of the registered professional guardian. b. A registered professional guardian, unless authorized by a court order after notice to all interested persons, shall not: (1) loan an incapacitated adult's property or funds to himself or an affiliate; (2) make, revoke or change an incapacitated adult's beneficiary designation to himself or an affiliate; (3) purchase or participate in the purchase of property from an incapacitated adult's estate for the professional guardian's own or an affiliate's account or benefit; (4) transfer an incapacitated adult's property or funds by inter vivos transaction to himself or an affiliate, or receive by operation of survivorship rights any of an incapacitated adult's property or funds for himself or an affiliate; (5) engage in any transaction involving self-dealing or a conflict of interest concerning an incapacitated adult's property or funds; or (6) make any renovation to the ward's real property in an amount greater than $10,000, except that in extraordinary circumstances involving a catastrophic situation, the guardian may apply ex parte to the Superior Court for an order permitting the renovation. L.2005,c.370,s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14-17.29n — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14 / Section 14-17.29n
State Health Benefits Commission to provide coverage for hearing aids, cochlear implant for covered persons.
Status: in_force

10. a. The State Health Benefits Commission shall, on or after the effective date of this act, provide benefits for medically necessary expenses incurred in the purchase of a hearing aid or cochlear implant for a covered person 21 years of age or younger, as provided in this section. b. The benefits shall include the purchase of a hearing aid for each ear, when medically necessary and as prescribed or recommended by a licensed physician or audiologist. The commission may limit the benefit provided in this section to $2,500 per hearing aid for each hearing-impaired ear every 60 months. c. The benefits shall provide coverage of the cost of treatment related to cochlear implants, including procedures for the implantation of cochlear devices and costs for any parts, attachments, or accessories of the device, including replacement of obsolete external cochlear implant processors. L.2008, c.126, s.10; amended 2023, c.275, s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 52:4B-44.2 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 4B / Section 4B-44.2
Law enforcement training concerning needs of crime victims.
Status: in_force

1. a. At least one law enforcement officer in every State, county, and municipal police department located in the six urban municipalities with the highest crime index in this State, according to the most recent Uniform Crime Report prepared by the New Jersey Division of State Police, shall receive in-service training on the specialized needs of crime victims and available services in accordance with subsection b. of section 9 of P.L.1985, c.404 (C.52:4B-47). b. The Attorney General shall ensure that at least one law enforcement officer in each police department in these municipalities has successfully completed the required in-service training. c. The Division of Criminal Justice shall provide assistance to law enforcement agencies in implementing the training requirements of this act. L.2019, c.501, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-390 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-390
Determination
Status: in_force

The State Treasurer shall annually, on or before November 1, make a determination of the qualifying municipalities and determine the amount of funds to be apportioned to each qualifying municipality for the next succeeding local budget year. The State Treasurer shall thereupon notify the Director of the Division of Local Government Services in the Department of Community Affairs and the chief financial officer of each qualifying municipality of the amount so determined. L.1990,c.85,s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-25s — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-25s
Application for certificate.
Status: in_force

6. a. Application for a certificate to engage in the fire protection equipment business shall be made to the commissioner in the manner and on the forms as the commissioner may prescribe. b. An application to engage in the fire protection equipment business shall include the name, age, residence, present and previous occupations of the applicant and, in the case of a business firm engaged in the fire protection equipment business, of each member, officer or director thereof, the name of the municipality and the location therein by street number or other appropriate description of the principal place of business and the location of each branch office. c. The commissioner may require other information of the applicant and, if the applicant is proposing to qualify a business firm, of the business firm to determine the professional competence and integrity of the concerned parties. L.2001,c.289,s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 52:17B-71b — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 17B / Section 17B-71b
License requirements.
Status: in_force

14. a. The applicant for an initial law enforcement license or a probationary license shall have the burden of demonstrating to the satisfaction of the commission that the applicant meets all requirements for the issuance of a law enforcement license. The requirements for an initial license and a probationary license shall include, but not be limited to, that an applicant: (1) be at least 18 years of age; (2) be a citizen of the United States, if required for the position for which licensure is sought; (3) be at least a high school graduate or have earned a General Educational Development (GED) diploma; (4) be fingerprinted in accordance with the standards established by the commission; (5) have passed a medical examination by a licensed physician, physician assistant, or licensed advanced practice registered nurse, based on specifications established by the commission; (6) have passed a psychological examination by a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist based on specifications established by the commission; (7) be of good moral character as determined by a background investigation conducted under the procedures established by the commission and successfully pass a criminal background records check in accordance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), 28 C.F.R. 115.317, if applicable; (8) successfully meet and complete all required basic physical and educational training courses as required by the commission; (9) successfully pass a drug screening test as prescribed by the commission; (10) possess a valid driver's license; (11) not have received a dishonorable discharge from military service; (12) successfully complete any probationary period prescribed by the commission; (13) not have been convicted of any of the following: (a) a crime in this State or any other state, territory, country, or of the United States, including a conviction of an offense which if committed in this State would be deemed a crime under either State or federal law without regard to its designation elsewhere; (b) an act of domestic violence pursuant to P.L.1991, c.261 (C.2C:25-17 et seq.); (c) an offense that would preclude an applicant from carrying a firearm as defined by N.J.S.2C:39-1; (d) a disorderly persons offense or petty disorderly persons offense involving dishonesty, fraud, or a lack of good moral character, unless the commission determines the offense to be de minimis in nature or inconsequential to the applicant's ability to meet the standards expected of a law enforcement officer; (e) two or more motor vehicle offenses for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol pursuant to R.S.39:4-50 or two or more motor vehicle offenses for reckless driving pursuant to R.S.39:4-96; or (f) any offense listed in (b) through (e) of this paragraph committed in violation of the laws of another state, territory, country, or the United States; (14) not be the subject of or had a domestic violence restraining order pursuant to P.L.1991, c.261 (C.2C:25-17 et seq.), an extreme risk protective order, or a temporary extreme risk protective order pursuant to P.L.2018, c.35 (C.2C:58-20 et seq.) issued against the applicant; (15) not be an active member of a group or organization that advocates for, espouses, or promotes the overthrow of a local, state, or federal government or discrimination or violence against or hatred or bias toward individuals or groups based on race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic under the "Law Against Discrimination," P.L.1945, c.169 (C.10:5-1 et seq.), or knowingly engage in any activity, conduct, or behavior relating to such group or organization with the intent to support, endorse or advocate for, or which the applicant knows or should know will have the effect of supporting, furthering, or advocating for, the goals of such group or organization, where active membership or knowing engagement would undermine public confidence in the ability of the individual law enforcement officer or the employing law enforcement agency to carry out the public safety mission, or where active membership or knowing engagement would cause substantial disruption to proper law enforcement functioning; (16) not have engaged in conduct or behavior in the applicant's personal or professional life, including, but not limited to, making statements, posting, sharing, or commenting in support of any posting, on social media or otherwise, that demonstrates, espouses, advocates, or supports discrimination or violence against, or hatred or bias toward, individuals or groups based on race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic under the "Law Against Discrimination," P.L.1945, c.169 (C.10:5-1 et seq.), where the conduct or behavior would undermine public confidence in the ability of the individual law enforcement officer or the employing law enforcement agency to carry out the public safety mission, or where the conduct or behavior would cause substantial disruption to proper law enforcement functioning; (17) provide to the commission and the applicant's employing law enforcement unit a complete list of all social media accounts maintained by the applicant and grant to the commission and the applicant's employing law enforcement unit access to all outwardly facing activity and publicly accessible components of the accounts; (18) not currently be listed on the National Decertification Index as being decertified as a law enforcement officer or having the license or certification as a law enforcement officer revoked or denied; (19) pay or cause to be paid any fees, if applicable, established by the commission; and (20) any other requirements established by the commission. b. The commission may waive the requirements of subparagraphs (d) and (e) of paragraph (13) of subsection a. of this section if the applicant demonstrates to the licensing committee's satisfaction that: (1) the applicant's conviction or convictions occurred five or more years prior to submission of an application for licensure as a law enforcement officer; (2) the applicant has taken rehabilitative steps since the applicant's conviction or convictions to become a law-abiding citizen through actions, including but not limited to continuing education, maintaining gainful employment, and having no further convictions; and (3) the applicant is currently of good moral character and submits at least three letters of recommendation from members of the applicant's community detailing the applicant's good moral character. c. An applicant for licensure shall provide to the commission or the applicant's employing law enforcement unit documented proof, in a form and manner as required by the commission, that the applicant is in compliance with paragraphs (1) through (20) of subsection a. of this section. The commission shall promulgate in its rules and regulations the form, manner, and substance of documents required by the commission to provide sufficient proof of the qualifications required by this section. An application for initial licensure or license renewal of a person employed as full-time sworn member of any State, county, or municipal law enforcement agency or department, division or instrumentality of those governments on the effective date of P.L.2022, c.65 (C.52:17B-71a et al.) shall not be denied based solely on consideration of disciplinary actions based on conduct occurring prior to the date of enactment of P.L.2022, c.65 (C.52:17B-71a et al.). d. The commission shall have the authority to issue a license for employment as a law enforcement officer if an applicant satisfies all licensing requirements. A license issued pursuant to this section shall expire three years after its date of issuance, before which time the law enforcement officer shall be required to apply for a license renewal pursuant to section 17 of P.L.2022, c.65 (C.52:17B-71d). e. Law enforcement officers from jurisdictions outside of New Jersey and federal law enforcement officers applying for licensure in this State shall be required to meet all of the requirements set forth in this section and also shall be required to complete a waiver form that allows the commission and any hiring law enforcement unit to review the officer's internal affairs records from any and all prior law enforcement positions. f. A person appointed as a permanent law enforcement officer prior to the effective date of P.L.2022, c.65 (C.52:17B-71a et al.) shall apply for a law enforcement license in accordance with section 17 of P.L.2022, c.65 (C.52:17B-71d). The commission shall devise a process and schedule for submission of a law enforcement license application for the officers. g. At the discretion of the commission, licenses issued pursuant to this section may serve as authorization for a licensee to serve in one of the following positions, provided the licensee meets the requisite qualifications for that status: a full-time permanent law enforcement officer; a Class One, Class Two, or Class Three special law enforcement officer; or a probationary law enforcement officer. h. In all situations where a law enforcement officer has been convicted of an offense set forth in subparagraph (a), (b), or (c) of paragraph (13) of subsection a. of this section, the commission shall deny the issuance of a license to an applicant. i. Any decision to deny a license shall be accompanied by a written statement in a form to be prescribed by the commission. L.2022, c.65, s.14.
N.J. Stat. § 52:18A-99 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 18A / Section 18A-99
Director; appointment and qualifications; tenure and salary
Status: in_force

The Division of Pensions established hereunder shall be headed, directed and supervised by a director, who shall be a person qualified by training and experience to direct the work of such division. The director of such division shall be appointed by the Governor, with the advice and consent of the Senate, and shall serve during the term of the Governor appointing him, and until the director's successor is appointed and has qualified. The Director of the Division of Pensions shall receive such salary as shall be provided by law. L.1955, c. 70, p. 234, s. 5.
N.J. Stat. § 52:18-24 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 18 / Section 18-24
Transfer of deposits to successor treasurer
Status: in_force

Moneys deposited by the state treasurer, or to his credit and standing to his credit at the expiration of his office, shall be carried to the account of his successor in office. The banks in which such deposits are held, shall, upon the production to them of a certificate from the secretary of state of the appointment of such successor in office, transfer such accounts accordingly.
N.J. Stat. § 52:16A-99 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 16A / Section 16A-99
Findings, declarations relative to Ellis Island.
Status: in_force

1. The Legislature finds and declares that: a. Ellis Island occupies a significant and unique place in America's heritage; it was the primary United States immigration station from 1892 to 1954 when more than 12 million people passed through the station complex - the greatest surge of migration in America's history; and today, 40% of Americans can trace their family history from Ellis Island, which was added to the national park system in 1965 and placed under the operational supervision of the National Park Service as a part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument in recognition of its importance in American history, architecture, and culture. b. The closure of Ellis Island in 1954 resulted in its abandonment and decay; in 1990, following extensive rehabilitation, the Main Building reopened as an immigration museum and several buildings have been rehabilitated as administrative offices; and the National Park Service is working with Save Ellis Island, Inc. as the non-profit partner for implementation of the Ellis Island Institute and conference center, which is the preferred re-use for the remaining unused buildings on Ellis Island. c. The Ellis Island Institute would be the primary use and would include cultural, interpretive and educational programs and activities with a policy research center and administrative and study space; and the associated conference center would host meetings, retreats and workshops that primarily focus on immigration, world migration, public health, cultural and ethnic diversity, and family history. d. On May 26, 1998 the Supreme Court of the United States recognized and acknowledged New Jersey's sovereignty and governmental control over a substantial portion of Ellis Island, as defined in the Court's opinion; in December 1999 the Governor's Advisory Committee on the Preservation and Use of Ellis Island issued its final report and recommendations; and in 2000 Save Ellis Island, Inc. was created in response to the Governor's advisory committee. e. It is desirable to create a State-level commission, which as an organized body, on a continuous basis, will: promote the interests of the State of New Jersey and provide assistance and advice to Save Ellis Island, Inc., its successors and other interested parties concerning the proposed Ellis Island Institute and its associated conference center; promote the proposed Ellis Island Institute and its associated conference center regionally and nationally as an important cultural and private-public initiative and destination venue; provide recognition for the accomplishments of the State of New Jersey in the rehabilitation, reuse and protection of cultural and historic resources on Ellis Island; and prepare reports to the Governor and the Legislature regarding its findings and recommendations. L.2008, c.85, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14B-4.1a — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14B / Section 14B-4.1a
Compliance with interagency rules required; OAL review for clarity
Status: in_force

9. a. The director is authorized to refuse to accept from an agency a notice of proposal or notice of adoption which adopts, readopts or amends a rule or regulation, if the director determines that the rule or regulation and its accompanying materials do not comply satisfactorily with the interagency rules of the director. The State agency shall not be authorized to adopt, readopt or amend a rule or regulation where notice of proposal or notice of adoption is refused by the director in accordance with this provision , except by proposing the adoption, readoption or amendment in compliance with agency rules. b. The Office of Administrative Law, upon its review and determination, shall not accept for publication any notice of intention to adopt, readopt or amend a rule or regulation, a proposed rule, summary of the proposed rule, regulatory impact analysis, or other accompanying materials which lacks a standard of clarity. As used in this section, "standard of clarity" means the document is written in a reasonably simple and understandable manner which is easily readable. The document is drafted to provide adequate notice to affected persons and interested persons with some subject matter expertise. The document conforms to commonly accepted principles of grammar. The document contains sentences that are as short as practical, and is organized in a sensible manner. The document does not contain double negatives, confusing cross references, convoluted phrasing or unreasonably complex language. Terms of art and words with multiple meanings that may be misinterpreted are defined. The document is sufficiently complete and informative as to permit the public to understand accurately and plainly the legal authority, purposes and expected consequences of the adoption, readoption or amendment of the rule or regulation. c. The provisions of subsection b. of this section shall not apply to any administrative rule that a State agency adopts to conform to a model code, federal rule, interstate agreement or other similar regulatory measure not written by the State agency but incorporated into an administrative rule. The State agency shall append to the proposed rule for publication a written statement describing the rule which complies with subsection b. of this section. d. The Governor may, upon written request of a State agency, waive the requirements of this section with respect to the repromulgation, without amendment, of any rule or provision of a rule. L.2001,c.5,s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 52:13C-20 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 13C / Section 13C-20
Definitions.
Status: in_force

3. For the purposes of this act, as amended and supplemented, unless the context clearly requires a different meaning: a. The term "person" includes an individual, partnership, committee, association, corporation, and any other organization or group of persons. b. The term "legislation" includes all bills, resolutions, amendments, nominations and appointments pending or proposed in either House of the Legislature, and all bills and resolutions which, having passed both Houses, are pending approval by the Governor. c. The term "Legislature" includes the Senate and General Assembly of the State of New Jersey and all committees and commissions established by the Legislature or by either House thereof. d. The term "lobbyist" means any person, partnership, committee, association, corporation, labor union or any other organization that employs, engages or otherwise uses the services of any governmental affairs agent to influence legislation, regulation or governmental processes. e. (1) The term "Governor" includes the Governor or the Acting Governor; and (2) the term "Lieutenant Governor" means the person elected to that office, or appointed to fill a vacancy therein, pursuant to Article V, Section I of the New Jersey Constitution. f. The term "communication with a member of the Legislature", "with legislative staff," "with the Governor," "with the Lieutenant Governor," "with the Governor's staff," or "with an officer or staff member of the Executive Branch" means any communication, oral or in writing or any other medium, addressed, delivered, distributed or disseminated, respectively, to a member of the Legislature, to legislative staff, to the Governor, to the Lieutenant Governor, to the Governor's staff, or to an officer or staff member of the Executive Branch, as distinguished from communication to the general public including but not limited to a member of the Legislature, legislative staff, the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, the Governor's staff, or an officer or staff member of the Executive Branch. If any person shall obtain, reproduce or excerpt any communication or part thereof which in its original form was not a communication under this subsection and shall cause such excerpt or reproduction to be addressed, delivered, distributed or disseminated to a member of the Legislature, to legislative staff, to the Governor, to the Lieutenant Governor, to the Governor's staff, or to an officer or staff member of the Executive Branch, such communication, reproduction or excerpt shall be deemed a communication with the member of the Legislature, with legislative staff, with the Governor, with the Lieutenant Governor, with the Governor's staff, or with an officer or staff member of the Executive Branch by such person. g. The term "governmental affairs agent" means any person who receives or agrees to receive, directly or indirectly, compensation, in money or anything of value including reimbursement of his expenses where such reimbursement exceeds $100.00 in any three-month period, to influence legislation, to influence regulation or to influence governmental processes, or all of the above, by direct or indirect communication with, or by making or authorizing, or causing to be made or authorized, any expenditures providing a benefit to, a member of the Legislature, legislative staff, the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, the Governor's staff, or any officer or staff member of the Executive Branch, or who holds himself out as engaging in the business of influencing legislation, regulation or governmental processes, by such means, or who incident to his regular employment engages in influencing legislation, regulation or governmental processes, by such means; provided, however, that a person shall not be deemed a governmental affairs agent who, in relation to the duties or interests of his employment or at the request or suggestion of his employer, communicates with a member of the Legislature, with legislative staff, with the Governor, with the Lieutenant Governor, with the Governor's staff, or with an officer or staff member of the Executive Branch concerning any legislation, regulation or governmental process, if such communication is an isolated, exceptional or infrequent activity in relation to the usual duties of his employment. h. The term "influence legislation" means to make any attempt, whether successful or not, to secure or prevent the initiation of any legislation, or to secure or prevent the passage, defeat, amendment or modification thereof by the Legislature, or the approval, amendment or disapproval thereof by the Governor in accordance with his constitutional authority. i. The term "statement" includes a notice of representation or a report required by this act, as amended and supplemented. j. (Deleted by amendment, P.L.1991, c.243). k. The term "member of the Legislature" includes any member or member-elect of, or any person who shall have been selected to fill a vacancy in, the Senate or General Assembly, and any other person who is a member or member-designate of any committee or commission established by the Legislature or by either House thereof. l. The term "legislative staff" includes all staff, assistants and employees of the Legislature or any of its members in the member's official capacity, whether or not they receive compensation from the State of New Jersey. m. The term "Governor's staff" includes the members of the Governor's Cabinet, the Secretary to the Governor, the Counsel to the Governor and all professional employees in the office of the Counsel to the Governor, and all other employees of the Office of the Governor, including employees of that office who may be assigned by the Governor to assist the Lieutenant Governor. n. The term "officer or staff member of the Executive Branch" means any assistant or deputy head of a principal department in the Executive Branch of State Government, including all assistant and deputy commissioners; the members and chief executive officer of any authority, board, commission or other agency or instrumentality in or of such a principal department; and any officer of the Executive Branch of State Government other than the Governor who is not included among the foregoing or among the Governor's staff, but including the Lieutenant Governor when the Lieutenant Governor has been appointed by the Governor to serve in any of the foregoing positions, but who is empowered by law to issue, promulgate or adopt administrative rules and regulations or to administer governmental processes, and any person employed in the office of such an officer who is involved with the development, issuance, promulgation or adoption of such rules and regulations or administration of governmental processes in the regular course of employment. o. The term "regulation" includes any administrative rule or regulation affecting the rights, privileges, benefits, duties, obligations, or liabilities of any one or more persons subject by law to regulation as a class, but does not include an administrative action (1) to issue, renew or deny, or, in an adjudicative action, to suspend or revoke, a license, order, permit or waiver under any law or administrative rule or regulation, (2) to impose a penalty, or (3) to effectuate an administrative reorganization within a single principal department of the Executive Branch of State Government. p. The term "influence regulation" means to make any attempt, whether successful or not, to secure or prevent the proposal of any regulation or to secure or prevent the consideration, amendment, issuance, promulgation, adoption or rejection thereof by an officer or any authority, board, commission or other agency or instrumentality in or of a principal department of the Executive Branch of State Government empowered by law to issue, promulgate or adopt administrative rules and regulations. q. The term "expenditures providing a benefit" or "expenditures providing benefits" means any expenditures for entertainment, food and beverage, travel and lodging, honoraria, loans, gifts or any other thing of value, except for (1) any money or thing of value paid for past, present, or future services in regular employment, whether in the form of a fee, expense, allowance, forbearance, forgiveness, interest, dividend, royalty, rent, capital gain, or any other form of recompense, or any combination thereof, or (2) any dividends or other income paid on investments, trusts, and estates. r. The term "commission" means the Election Law Enforcement Commission established pursuant to section 5 of P.L.1973, c.83 (C.19:44A-5). s. The term "communication with the general public" means any communication: (1) disseminated to the general public through direct mail or in the form of a paid advertisement in a newspaper, magazine, or other printed publication of general circulation or aired on radio, television, or other broadcast medium, and (2) which explicitly supports or opposes a particular item or items of legislation or regulation, or the content of which can reasonably be understood, irrespective of whether the communication is addressed to the general public or to persons in public office or employment, as intended to influence legislation or to influence regulation. t. The terms "influence governmental processes", "influencing governmental processes" or "influence governmental process" means to make any attempt, whether successful or not, to assist a represented entity or group to engage in communication with, or to secure information from, an officer or staff member of the Executive Branch, or any authority, board, commission or other agency or instrumentality in or of a principal department of the Executive Branch of State Government, empowered by law to administer a governmental process or perform other functions that relate to such processes. u. The term "governmental process" means: promulgation of executive orders; rate setting; development, negotiation, award, modification or cancellation of public contracts; issuance, denial, modification, renewal, revocation or suspension of permits, licenses or waivers; procedures for bidding; imposition or modification of fines and penalties; procedures for purchasing; rendition of administrative determinations; and award, denial, modification, renewal or termination of financial assistance, grants and loans. v. The term "public contract" means a contract the cost or price of which is to be paid with or out of State funds or the funds of an independent authority created by the State or by the Legislature. L.1971, c.183, s.3; amended 1981, c.150, s.1; 1991, c.243, s.3; 1991, c.244, s.1; 2004, c.20, s.1; 2004, c.27, s.3; 2009, c.66, s.37.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-124.3 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-124.3
Submittal of bid, proposal by private agency under local public contracts law.
Status: in_force

3. A proposal by a private agency to provide inspection or plan review services to a municipality to administer the provisions of the "State Uniform Construction Code Act," P.L.1975, c.217 (C.52:27D-119 et seq.) shall be submitted in accordance with and shall be subject to the bidding and other provisions of the "Local Public Contracts Law," P.L.1971, c.198 (C.40A:11-1 et seq.). A municipality shall require, as part of the bid specifications, that a private agency participate in whichever electronic system the municipality has elected to utilize. A municipality shall require as part of the bid specifications that a private agency submit a bid or proposal in terms of a percentage of the costs charged by the department when it serves as a local enforcement agency pursuant to section 10 of P.L.1975, c.217 (C.52:27D-128). A municipality may include in the fee charged by it for work done by private agencies an amount sufficient to cover a proportionate share of administrative costs incurred by the local enforcing agency in connection with inspections performed by private agencies. L.2005, c.212, s.3; amended 2021, c.70, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27B-69.4 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27B / Section 27B-69.4
Applicability of act
Status: in_force

This act shall be applicable to persons now holding membership in the said local government board as well as to members of the said board heretofore or hereafter appointed and qualified into the said office of member of the said local government board. L.1964, c. 252, s. 4.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27H-22.11 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27H / Section 27H-22.11
Fees
Status: in_force

5. The following fees shall be assessed, in an amount to be determined by the commissioner, in connection with the voluntary certification provided for under this act: a. An initial application fee not to exceed $250; b. An annual renewal fee; and c. A reinstatement fee. Failure on the part of a corporation to pay the assessed certification fees shall result in the denial or revocation of its certification. L.1995,c.275,s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14F-13 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14F / Section 14F-13
Environmental workload reports
Status: in_force

2. The director shall, within 12 months after enactment, and annually thereafter, notify the Assembly Energy and Environment Committee and the Senate Environmental Quality Committee or their successors, of the number of cases pending in the Office of Administrative Law, the total number of Administrative Law Judges serving in the office, the number of Administrative Law Judges serving in the environmental unit and the number of environmental cases assigned to the environmental unit. L.1991,c.425,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 52:32-31.6 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 32 / Section 32-31.6
Determinations relative to disputes.
Status: in_force

6. If the department and the contracting agency disagree as to whether a set-aside is appropriate for a contract or a portion of a contract, the dispute shall, within seven days, be submitted to the State Treasurer, or his designee, for final determination. L.2015, c.116, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 52:6-17 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-17
Official oath; by whom administered
Status: in_force

Each foreign commissioner of deeds shall, before he enters upon the duties of his office, take and subscribe an oath to perform well and faithfully the duties of his office in accordance with the laws of this State. The oath may be administered by any person authorized to do so under R.S. 41:2-1 or R.S. 41:2-17. Amended by L.1981, c. 395, s. 3, eff. Jan. 6, 1982.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14-16 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14 / Section 14-16
De facto officers and employees; right to compensation
Status: in_force

Any person who has held or who may hereafter hold de facto any office or position in the public service of the state and who has performed or may hereafter perform the duties of such office or position, shall be entitled to the emoluments and compensation appropriate to the office or position for the time in fact so held, and may recover therefor in any court of competent jurisdiction, notwithstanding any refusal or failure of any other person or officer.
N.J. Stat. § 52:4B-44.1 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 4B / Section 4B-44.1
Establishment of standard protocols for provision of information and services to victims of human trafficking, minors charged with prostitution.
Status: in_force

7. The Attorney General shall, in consultation with the Commissioner of the Department of Health and Senior Services, the Commissioner of Children and Families, the Superintendent of State Police and representatives of providers of services to victims of human trafficking and sexually exploited minors, coordinate the establishment of standard protocols for the provision of information and services to victims of human trafficking and to minors under the age of 18 who are charged with prostitution, including coordination of efforts with the appropriate federal authorities pursuant to the "Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2003," 22 U.S.C. s.7101 et seq. and shall make such protocols available upon request. L.2011, c.195, s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 52:18A-234.5 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 18A / Section 18A-234.5
Provision of information by agency.
Status: in_force

5. a. Each agency shall either provide datasets to the Chief Data Officer, in a format determined thereby pursuant to section 4 of P.L.2017, c.2 (C.52:18A-234.4), or create and maintain on the agency's website links to the datasets hosted by the agency. Agencies that choose to host their open datasets on their own websites shall provide links to the Chief Data Officer for publication thereof on the dedicated website maintained for that purpose by that officer. b. Each agency shall adopt policies that are consistent with the open data security and technical standards, policies, and practices established by the Chief Data Officer pursuant to section 4 of P.L.2017, c.2 (C.52:18A-234.4) that govern access to open data and datasets available on the open data website of the agency. In addition, each agency shall: (1) create, maintain, and post or have posted on the open data website an inventory of all its open data and datasets pursuant to the standards and timetables established by the Chief Data Officer; (2) include on the open data website appropriate explanations about the open data, its format, how often the open data and datasets are updated, and how notice regarding such updates can be obtained; and (3) assist users to gain access to the open data and datasets of the agency through the deployment of online access tools, and the development and publication of application program interfaces. Each agency shall update the open data and datasets on the timetable and in the manner determined by the Chief Data Officer to effectuate the purposes of this act. Unless a fee is required by law, open datasets shall be provided to the public by an agency without cost to the public. A dataset that is licensed to the State by a person that is not an employee thereof or by an entity that is not a public entity shall not be made available to the public on the open data website until the dataset has been reviewed by the Attorney General pursuant to guidelines established thereby, and the person or entity licensing the data agrees to the public disclosure and to the form of such disclosure. All open data and datasets shall be consistent with applicable law, including P.L.1963, c.73 (C.47:1A-1 et seq.), commonly known as the open public records act, and other State and federal laws related to information security and privacy. The open data and datasets made available by an agency on the open data website shall not include data that is not subject to public disclosure under such laws. Open data and datasets made available by an agency on the open data website, unless subject to a disclosed legal restriction, shall be treated as license-free, subject to reuse, and not subject to copyright restrictions. Unless specifically prohibited by a contract, open data and datasets containing data created or maintained by a contractor under contract to, or licensed from, an agency shall be made available on the open data website. Each such contract shall be subject to the provisions of this act and any applicable federal and State law, including but not limited to, P.L.1963, c.73 (C.47:1A-1 et seq.), known commonly as the open public records act. L.2017, c.2, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14-15d — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14 / Section 14-15d
Withdrawal of designation prohibited; exemptions.
Status: in_force

4. Any written designation may be withdrawn by an employee at any time by filing the notice of withdrawal with his respective disbursing officer. The filing of notice of withdrawal shall be effective to halt deposits as of the thirtieth day next succeeding the date on which it is filed. With respect to compensation paid on and after July 1, 2014, withdrawal of written designation shall be prohibited, unless the State Treasurer or appropriate officer grants an exemption to this prohibition as deemed necessary. L.1981, c.385, s.4; amended 2013, c.28, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 52:17B-42 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 17B / Section 17B-42
Pending actions and proceedings not affected
Status: in_force

This act shall not affect actions or proceedings, civil or criminal, brought by or against any of the respective boards, enumerated in section twenty-nine of this act and pending on the effective date hereof, and such actions or proceedings may be prosecuted or defended in the same manner and to the same effect by such board as if the foregoing provisions had not taken effect; nor shall any of the foregoing provisions affect any order or recommendation made by, or other matters or proceedings before, any of such respective boards, and all such matters and proceedings pending before any such board on the effective date of this act shall be continued before such board. L.1948, c. 439, p. 1720, s. 42.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27B-54 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27B / Section 27B-54
Compensation of director
Status: in_force

The director shall receive an annual compensation, fixed by the commissioner, of not exceeding ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00). L.1944, c. 112, art. 6, p. 305, s. 2.
N.J. Stat. § 52:4B-10 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 4B / Section 4B-10
Persons entitled to compensation; order.
Status: in_force

10. In any case in which a person suffers personal, physical, or psychological injury or death as a result of the conduct of another person who commits an offense against that person which is within the description of the offenses listed in section 11 of P.L.1971, c.317 (C.52:4B-11), the office may, upon application, order the payment of compensation in accordance with the provisions of P.L.1971, c.317 (C.52:4B-1 et seq.): a. to or on behalf of the victim, b. in the case of the personal, physical, or psychological injury of the victim, where the compensation is for pecuniary loss suffered or expenses incurred by any person responsible for the maintenance of the victim, to that person, or c. in the case of the death of the victim, to or for the benefit of the dependents of the deceased victim, or any one or more of the dependents. In determining whether to make an order under this section, the office may consider any facts that provide relevant evidence as to whether the victim contributed to the victim's injury or death and as to whether the victim's conduct was the proximate cause of the victim's injury or death; provided, however, there shall be a presumption that the office will order the payment of compensation. Notwithstanding any other provision of P.L.1971, c.317 (C.52:4B-1 et seq.) to the contrary, the office is authorized to make a limited award for funeral benefits, mental health counseling, loss of support for dependent children, and attorneys' fees in any case in which it is determined that the victim's conduct was the contributing factor to the victim's death. An order may be made under this section whether or not any person is prosecuted or convicted of any offense arising out of any act or omission. Upon application made by an appropriate prosecuting authority, the office may suspend proceedings under P.L.1971, c.317 (C.52:4B-1 et seq.) for the period it deems appropriate on the ground that a prosecution for an offense arising out of the act or omission has been commenced or is imminent. L.1971, c.317, s.10; amended 2007, c.95, s.12; 2019, c.380, s.4; 2023, c.235.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27I-26 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27I / Section 27I-26
Powers of authority.
Status: in_force

9. The authority shall have the following powers: a. To enter into a designated redevelopment agreement as set forth in subsection a. of section 16 of this act; b. As designated and empowered as the "local redevelopment authority" for Fort Monmouth for all purposes of the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Act of 1990, Pub.L.101-510 (10 U.S.C. s.2687), and, in that capacity, to enter into agreements with the federal government, State departments, agencies or authorities, the county, the host municipalities, or private parties; c. To adopt development and design guidelines and land use regulations consistent with and in furtherance of the plan; and to adopt, revise, adjust, and implement (1) any aspect of the plan or the development and design guidelines and land use regulations adopted in furtherance thereof, or to grant variances therefrom; (2) the economic revitalization study prepared pursuant to section 16 of P.L.2006, c.16 (C.52:27I-16); and (3) if designated as the designated agency pursuant to section 2 of P.L.2008, c.28 (C.52:27I-8.2), any aspect of the homeless assistance submission required under the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Act of 1990, Pub.L.101-510 (10 U.S.C. s.2687); d. To undertake redevelopment projects pursuant to the plan; e. To acquire or contract to acquire, and to dispose of the project area or any portion, tract or subdivision of the project area, or any utility system or infrastructure servicing the project area; f. To lease as lessee, lease as lessor whether as a titleholder or not, own, rent, use, and take and hold title to, and to convey title of, and collect rent from, real property and personal property or any interest therein, in the exercise of its powers and the performance of its duties under this act; g. To acquire, including by condemnation where necessary pursuant to the provisions of the "Eminent Domain Act of 1971," P.L.1971, c.361 (C.20:3-1 et seq.), easements, rights of way, or fee title to properties within the project area where necessary in connection with the provision of utilities, streets, roads or other infrastructure required for implementation of the plan; h. To arrange for the clearance of any parcel owned or acquired, and for the installation, construction or reconstruction of streets, facilities, utilities, and site improvements essential to the preparation of sites for use in accordance with the plan; i. To contract for the provision of professional services, including, but not limited to, the preparation of plans for the carrying out of redevelopment projects by registered architects, licensed professional engineers or planners, or other consultants; j. To issue requests for proposals or requests for qualifications; to arrange or contract with other public agencies or public or private redevelopers, including but not limited to nonprofit entities, for the planning, replanning, construction, or undertaking of any project or redevelopment work, or any part thereof; to negotiate and collect revenue from a redeveloper to defray the costs of the authority, and to secure payment of such revenue; as part of any such arrangement or contract, to negotiate financial or in-kind contributions from a redeveloper to the authority or to the host municipalities to offset or mitigate impacts of the project; as part of any such arrangement or contract, to require the posting of performance guarantees in connection with any redevelopment project; as part of any such arrangement or contract, to facilitate the extension of credit, or making of loans, by the EDA, by other public agencies or funding sources, or by private entities to redevelopers to finance any project or redevelopment work, or upon a finding that the project or redevelopment work would not be undertaken but for the provision of financial assistance, or would not be undertaken in its intended scope without the provision of financial assistance, to facilitate as part of an arrangement or contract for capital grants to redevelopers; and to arrange or contract with public agencies or redevelopers for the opening, grading or closing of streets, roads, roadways, alleys, or other places or for the furnishing of facilities or for the acquisition by such agency of property options or property rights or for the furnishing of property or services in connection with the project area; k. To participate in, conduct, or contract for the performance of environmental assessment or remediation activities or restoration arising out of or relating to environmental conditions within the project area, including but not limited to insurance or bonds related to such activities; l. To enter upon any building or property in the project area in order to conduct investigations or make surveys, sounding or test borings necessary to carry out the purposes of the plan; m. To arrange or contract with the EDA or other public agencies to facilitate or provide relocation assistance, of the types and in the amounts provided for businesses in the "Relocation Assistance Law of 1967," P.L.1967, c.79 (C.52:31B-1 et seq.) and the "Relocation Assistance Act," P.L.1971, c.362 (C.20:4-1 et seq.), to businesses operating within the project area who are displaced as a result of the closure and who request such assistance within a period to be determined by the authority; n. To make, consistent with the plan: (1) plans for carrying out a program of voluntary repair and rehabilitation of buildings and improvements; and (2) plans for the enforcement of laws, codes, and regulations relating to the use and occupancy of buildings and improvements, and to the compulsory repair, rehabilitation, demolition, or removal of buildings and improvements; o. Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, to consent to a request by a host municipality for, or request that the host municipality consider, the designation of portions of the project area as being in need of redevelopment or rehabilitation in accordance with the provisions of the "Local Redevelopment and Housing Law," P.L.1992, c.79 (C.40A:12A-1 et al.); p. To publish and disseminate information concerning the plan or any project within the project area; q. To adopt and from time to time amend and repeal bylaws for the regulation of its affairs and the conduct of its business; r. To adopt and use an official seal and alter it at its pleasure; s. To maintain an office at a place or places within the State as it may designate; t. To sue and be sued in its own name; u. To provide that any revenues collected shall be available to the authority for use in furtherance of any of the purposes of this act; v. Pursuant to an adopted cash management plan, to invest any funds held in reserve or sinking funds, or any funds not required for immediate disbursement, in property or securities in which governmental units may legally invest funds subject to their control; w. To enter into mortgages as mortgagee; x. To apply for, receive, and accept from any federal, State, or other public or private source, grants or loans for, or in aid of, the authority's authorized purposes; y. To consent to the modification of any contract, mortgage, or other instrument entered into by it or on its behalf; z. To pay or compromise any claim arising on, or because of any agreement, mortgage, or instrument; aa. To acquire or contract to acquire from any person, firm, or corporation, public or private, by contribution, gift, grant, bequest, devise, purchase, or otherwise, real or personal property or any interest therein, including such property as it may deem necessary or proper, although temporarily not required for such purposes, in the project area or in any area outside the project area designated by the authority as necessary for carrying out the relocation of the businesses displaced from the project area as a result of the closure of Fort Monmouth or other acquisitions needed to carry out the master plan; bb. To subordinate, waive, sell, assign or release any right, title, claim, lien or demand however acquired, including any equity or right of redemption, foreclosure, sell or assign any mortgage held by it, or any interest in real or personal property; and to purchase at any sale, upon such terms and at such prices as it determines to be reasonable, and take title to the property, real, personal, or mixed, so acquired and similarly sell, exchange, assign, convey or otherwise dispose of any property; cc. To complete, administer, operate, obtain, and pay for insurance on, and maintain, renovate, repair, modernize, lease or otherwise deal with any property; dd. To retain attorneys, planners, engineers, architects, managers, financial experts, and other types of consultants as may be necessary; ee. To arrange or contract with any public agency, to the extent that it is within the scope of that agency's functions, to cause the services customarily provided by that agency to be rendered for the benefit of the occupants of the project area, and have that agency provide and maintain parks, recreation centers, schools, sewerage, transportation, water and other municipal facilities adjacent to or in connection with the project area; ff. To conduct examinations and investigations, hear testimony and take proof, under oath at public or private hearings of any material matter, compel witnesses and the production of books and papers and issue commissions for the examination of witnesses who are out of State, unable to attend, or excused from attendance; and to authorize a committee designated by it consisting of one or more members, or counsel, or any officer or employee to conduct the examination or investigation, in which case it may authorize in its name the committee, counsel, officer or employee to administer oaths, take affidavits and issue subpoenas or commissions; gg. To make and enter into all contracts and agreements necessary or incidental to the performance of the duties authorized in this act; hh. After thorough evaluation and investigation, to bring an action on behalf of a tenant within the project area to collect or enforce any violation of subsection g. or h. of section 11 of the "Law Against Discrimination," P.L.1945, c.169 (C.10:5-12); ii. To designate members or employees, who shall be knowledgeable of federal and State discrimination laws, and who shall be available during all normal business hours, to evaluate a complaint made by a tenant within the project area pursuant to section 11 of the "Law Against Discrimination," P.L.1945, c.169 (C.10:5-12); jj. To borrow monies from the EDA to fund an approved budget on terms and conditions acceptable to the EDA; kk. To adopt, pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), rules and regulations necessary to implement this act; and ll. To do all things necessary or convenient to carry out its purposes and exercise the powers given and granted in this act. L.2010, c.51, s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-50 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-50
Temporary advances; repayment
Status: in_force

(a) The commissioner may make temporary advances to a municipality or local public agency in anticipation of a grant to assist the municipality or local public agency in the preparation of its plans for any urban renewal project. Such temporary advances shall be repaid out of any State capital grant which may become payable to the municipality or local public agency when the urban renewal project involved is initiated; provided, that any such planning advance may be treated by the commissioner as a grant to the extent that a State capital grant is not payable to any municipality or local public agency because the urban renewal project is not initiated; and provided further that any such advance shall be repaid in cash if the project is terminated by the municipality or local public agency without the consent of the commissioner. (b) The commissioner may also make temporary advances to a municipality or local public agency to permit the acquisition of real property in an urban renewal project area, subsequent to the surveying and planning therefor but prior to the final approval of the urban renewal project plan and the execution of a contract with any department or agency of the United States for a capital grant or a loan and grant; provided, that no such advance shall be made unless such acquisition has been approved by the governing body of the municipality in which such project is or will be located; and provided further, that no sale, lease or other disposition of such land may be made without the prior written approval of the commissioner. When the urban renewal project involved is undertaken such advances shall be repaid out of any funds, including State capital grants, becoming payable to the municipality or local public agency in connection with said project. In the event such urban renewal project is not undertaken, the commissioner may require the sale of such land by the municipality or local public agency and reimbursement of such advances out of the proceeds of such sale. L.1967, c. 80, s. 7, eff. May 31, 1967.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-218 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-218
Variations from requirements; procedure
Status: in_force

At the request of a terminal owner and after the commissioner has received from the terminal owner and has approved plans and specifications outlining the manner in which and the date by which the terminal owner will comply with the requirements of this act, the commissioner may grant variations from the requirements of section 2, 3, or 4 of this act in a manner to be prescribed by him. L.1984, c. 31, s. 5, eff. Aug. 1, 1984.
N.J. Stat. § 52:13D-15 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 13D / Section 13D-15
Representation, appearance or negotiation, directly or indirectly, for acquisition or sale of property by state
Status: in_force

No member of the Legislature or State officer or employee shall represent, appear for, or negotiate on behalf of, or agree to represent, appear for, or negotiate on behalf of, whether by himself or by or through any partnership, firm or corporation in which he has an interest or by any partner, officer or employee of any such partnership, firm or corporation any person or party other than the State in any negotiations for the acquisition or sale by the State or a State agency of any interest in real or tangible or intangible personal property, or in any proceedings relative to such acquisition or sale before a condemnation commission or court; provided, however, nothing contained in this section shall be deemed to prohibit any person from representing himself in negotiations or proceedings concerning his own interest in real property. L.1971, c. 182, s. 4, eff. Jan. 11, 1972.
N.J. Stat. § 52:9H-24 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 9H / Section 9H-24
Short title
Status: in_force

This act shall be known and may be cited as the "State Appropriations Limitation Act." L.1990,c.94,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 52:4D-6 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 4D / Section 4D-6
Certification by tobacco product manufacturer as to compliance
Status: in_force

3. a. Every tobacco product manufacturer whose cigarettes are sold in this State, whether directly or through a distributor, retailer or similar intermediary or intermediaries, annually shall execute and deliver in the manner prescribed by the Attorney General a certification to the director and Attorney General no later than April 30, certifying under penalty of perjury that, as of the date of such certification, such tobacco product manufacturer either is a participating manufacturer or is in full compliance with the requirements of P.L.1999, c.148 (C.52:4D-1 et seq.). (1) A participating manufacturer shall include in its certification a complete list of its brand families. The participating manufacturer shall update such list no later than 30 days prior to any addition or modification to brand families by executing and delivering a supplemental certification to the Attorney General. (2) A non-participating manufacturer shall include in its certification a complete list of all of its brand families: (a) separately listing brand families of cigarettes and the number of units sold for each brand family that were sold in the State during the preceding calendar year; (b) all of its brand families that have been sold in the State at any time during the current calendar year; (c) indicating, by an asterisk, any brand family sold in the State during the preceding calendar year that is no longer being sold in the State as of the date of the certification; and (d) identifying by name and address any other manufacturer of those brand families in the preceding calendar year. The non-participating manufacturer shall update the list no later than 30 days prior to any addition or modification to its brand families by executing and delivering a supplemental certification to the Attorney General. (3) In the case of a non-participating manufacturer, the certification shall further certify: (a) that the non-participating manufacturer is registered to do business in the State or has appointed a resident agent for service of process and provided notice thereof as required by subsection b. of section 6 of this act; (b) that the non-participating manufacturer has (i) established and continues to maintain a qualified escrow fund; and (ii) executed a qualified escrow agreement that has been reviewed and approved by the Attorney General and that governs the qualified escrow fund; (c) that the non-participating manufacturer is in full compliance with P.L.1999, c.148 (C.52:4D-1 et seq.), and this act, and any regulations promulgated pursuant thereto; (d) (i) the name, address and telephone number of the financial institution at which the non-participating manufacturer has established the qualified escrow fund required pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1999, c.148 (C.52:4D-3), and all regulations promulgated thereto; (ii) the account number of the qualified escrow fund and sub-account number for the State of New Jersey; (iii) the amount the non-participating manufacturer placed in the fund for units sold in the State during the preceding calendar year, the date and amount of each of those deposits, and such evidence or verification as may be deemed necessary by the Attorney General to confirm the foregoing; and (iv) the amounts of and dates of any withdrawal or transfer of funds the non-participating manufacturer made at any time from the fund or from any other qualified escrow fund into which it has ever made escrow payments pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1999, c.148 (C.52:4D-3) and all regulations promulgated thereto. b. A tobacco product manufacturer shall not include a brand family in its certification unless: (1) in the case of a participating manufacturer, that participating manufacturer affirms that the brand family is to be deemed to be cigarettes of the participating manufacturer for purposes of calculating its payments under the Master Settlement Agreement for the relevant year, in the volume and shares determined pursuant to the Master Settlement Agreement; and (2) in the case of a non-participating manufacturer, that non-participating manufacturer affirms that the brand family is to be deemed to be cigarettes of the non-participating manufacturer for purposes of calculating its units sold pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1999, c.148 (C.52:4D-3). Nothing in this section shall be construed as limiting or otherwise affecting the State's right to maintain that a brand family constitutes cigarettes of a different tobacco product manufacturer for purposes of calculating payments under the Master Settlement Agreement or for purposes of P.L.1999, c.148 (C.52:4D-1 et seq.). c. A tobacco product manufacturer shall maintain all invoices and documentation of sales and any other information relied upon for the certification for a period of five years, unless otherwise required by law to maintain them for a longer period of time. L.2003,c.25,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 52:18A-51 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 18A / Section 18A-51
Creation of Authority
Status: in_force

There is hereby created and established in the Department of the Treasury, a body corporate and politic with corporate succession, to be known as the "State Building Authority." The Authority is hereby constituted an instrumentality exercising public and essential governmental functions, and the exercise by the Authority of the powers conferred by this act shall be deemed and held to be an essential governmental function of the State. L.1950, c. 255, p. 875, s. 2. Amended by L.1952, c. 224, p. 761, s. 3.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-172 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-172
Definitions.
Status: in_force

3. For the purposes of this act, P.L.1977, c.379 (C.52:27D-170 et seq.): a. "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Community Affairs. b. " Persons with disabilities" means persons who have intellectual disabilities or who have a visual impairment, an auditory impairment, a communication impairment, a neurological or perceptual impairment, an orthopedic impairment, a chronic illness, an emotional disturbance, a social impairment, multiple disabilities, or a developmental disability. L.1977, c.379, s.3; amended 2010, c.50, s.77; 2017, c.131, s.195.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14-17.46.6 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14 / Section 14-17.46.6
Benefits required for coverage under contract; terms defined.
Status: in_force

36. a. Notwithstanding the provisions of any other law to the contrary, the commission shall not enter into a contract under the School Employees' Health Benefits Program Act, sections 31 through 41 of P.L.2007, c.103 (C.52:14-17.46.1 through C.52:14-17.46.11), for the benefits provided pursuant to the act, unless the level of benefits provided under the contract entered into is equal to or exceeds the level of benefits provided in this section, or as modified pursuant to section 40 of that act (C.52:14-17.46.10). Only benefits for medically necessary services that are not deemed experimental, investigative or otherwise not eligible medical services shall be provided. The determination that services are not "eligible medical services" shall be made by the commission consistent with the best interests of the State, participating employers and those persons covered hereunder. Benefits for services provided pursuant to the School Employees' Health Benefits Act shall be subject to limits or exclusions consistent with those that apply to benefits provided pursuant to the New Jersey State Health Benefits Program Act. The services provided pursuant to this section shall include all services, subject to applicable limits and exclusions, provided through the State Health Benefits Program as of July 1, 2007. The list of services in subsection b. of this section is not intended to be exclusive or to require that any limits or exclusions be exceeded. b. The services covered hereunder by the School Employees' Health Benefits Program shall include: (1) Physician services, including: (a) Inpatient services, including: (i) medical care including consultations; (ii) surgical services and services related thereto; and (iii) obstetrical services including normal delivery, cesarean section, and abortion. (b) Outpatient/out-of-hospital services, including: (i) office visits for covered services and care; (ii) allergy testing and related diagnostic/therapy services; (iii) dialysis center care; (iv) maternity care; (v) well child care; (vi) child immunizations/lead screening; (vii) routine adult physicals including pap, mammography, and prostate examinations; and (viii) annual routine obstetrical/gynecological exam. (2) Hospital services, both inpatient and outpatient, including: (a) room and board; (b) intensive care and other required levels of care; (c) semi-private room; (d) therapy and diagnostic services; (e) surgical services or facilities and treatment related thereto; (f) nursing care; (g) necessary supplies, medicines, and equipment for care; and (h) maternity care and related services. (3) Other facility and services, including: (a) approved treatment centers for medical emergency/accidental injury; (b) approved surgical center; (c) hospice; (d) chemotherapy; (e) diagnostic x-ray and lab tests; (f) ambulance; (g) durable medical equipment; (h) prosthetic devices; (i) foot orthotics; (j) diabetic supplies and education; and (k) oxygen and oxygen administration. c. Benefits under the contract or contracts purchased as authorized by the School Employees' Health Benefits Program Act shall include those for the treatment of alcohol use disorder where such treatment is prescribed by a physician and shall also include treatment while confined in or as an outpatient of a licensed hospital or residential treatment program which meets minimum standards of care equivalent to those prescribed by the Joint Commission on Hospital Accreditation. No benefits shall be provided beyond those stipulated in the contracts held by the School Employees' Health Benefits Commission. d. Benefits under the contract or contracts purchased as authorized by the School Employees' Health Benefits Program Act shall include those for mental health services subject to limits and exclusions consistent with those that apply to benefits for such services pursuant to the New Jersey State Health Benefits Program Act. Coverage for biologically-based mental illness, as defined in section 1 of P.L.1999, c.441 (C.52:14-17.29d), shall be provided in accordance with section 2 of P.L.1999, c.441 (C.52:14-17.29e). e. Coverage provided under the School Employees' Health Benefits Program Act shall include coverage for all services for which coverage is mandated in the State Health Benefits Program pursuant to P.L.1961, c.49 (C.52:14-17.25 et seq.). f. (1) As used in this subsection: (a) "brand name" means the proprietary or trade name assigned to a drug product by the manufacturer or distributor of the drug product. (b) "carrier" means an insurance company, hospital, medical, or health service corporation, preferred provider organization, or health maintenance organization under agreement or contract with the commission to administer the School Employee Prescription Drug Plan. (c) "School Employee Prescription Drug Plan" means the plan for providing payment for eligible prescription drug expenses of members of the School Employees' Health Benefits Program and their eligible dependents. (d) "generic drug products" means prescription drug products and insulin approved and designated by the United States Food and Drug Administration as therapeutic equivalents for reference listed drug products. The term includes drug products listed in the New Jersey Generic Formulary by the Drug Utilization Review Council pursuant to P.L.1977, c.240 (C.24:6E-1 et al.). (e) "mail-order pharmacy" means the mail order program available through the carrier. (f) "preferred brands" means brand name prescription drug products and insulin determined by the carrier to be a more cost effective alternative for prescription drug products and insulin with comparable therapeutic efficacy within a therapeutic class, as defined or recognized in the United States Pharmacopeia or the American Hospital Formulary Service Drug Information, or by the American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists. A drug product for which there is no other therapeutically equivalent drug product shall be a preferred brand. Determinations of preferred brands by the carrier shall be subject to review and modification by the commission. (g) "retail pharmacy" means a pharmacy, drug store or other retail establishment in this State at which prescription drugs are dispensed by a registered pharmacist under the laws of this State, or a pharmacy, drug store or other retail establishment in another state at which prescription drug products are dispensed by a registered pharmacist under the laws of that state if expenses for prescription drug products dispensed at the pharmacy, drug store, or other retail establishment are eligible for payment under the School Employee Prescription Drug Plan. (h) "other brands" means prescription drug products which are not preferred brands or generic drug products. A new drug product approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration which is not a generic drug product shall be included in this category until the carrier makes a determination concerning inclusion of the drug product in the list of preferred brands. (2) (a) Employers that participate in the School Employees' Health Benefits Program may offer to their employees and eligible dependents: (i) enrollment in the School Employee Prescription Drug Plan, or (ii) enrollment in another free-standing prescription drug plan, or (iii) election of prescription drug coverage under their health care coverage through the School Employees' Health Benefits Program plan or as otherwise determined by the commission. (b) A co-payment shall be required for each prescription drug expense if the employer chooses to participate in the School Employee Prescription Drug Plan. The initial amounts of the co-payments shall be the same as those in effect on July 1, 2007 for the employee prescription drug plan offered through the State Health Benefits Program. (c) If the employer elects to offer a free-standing prescription drug plan, the employee's share of the cost for this prescription drug plan may be determined by means of a binding collective negotiations agreement, including any agreements in force at the time the employer commences participation in the School Employees' Health Benefits Program. (d) If an employee declines the employer's offering of a free-standing prescription drug plan, no reimbursement for prescription drugs shall be provided under the health care coverage through the School Employees' Health Benefits Program plan in which the employee is enrolled. (e) Prescription drug classifications that are not eligible for coverage under the employer's prescription drug plan shall also not be eligible for coverage under the health care coverage through the School Employees' Health Benefits Program plan except as federally or State mandated. (f) If the employer elects to not offer a free-standing prescription drug plan, then the employer shall offer prescription drug coverage under the health care coverage through the School Employees' Health Benefits Program plan or as determined by the commission. Any plan that has in-network and out-of-network coverage shall cover prescription drugs at 90 percent in-network and at the out-of-network rate applicable to health care coverage in the plan. The out-of-pocket amounts paid towards prescription drugs shall be combined with out-of-pocket medical payments to reach all out-of-pocket maximums. (g) Health care coverages through the School Employees' Health Benefits Program that only have in-network benefits shall include a prescription card with co-payment amounts the same as those in effect on July 1, 2007 for such coverages offered through the State Health Benefits Program. (h) In the fifth year following the initial appointment of all of its members, the commission shall, as part of the fifth year audit and review undertaken pursuant to section 40 of that act (C.52:14-17.46.10), review the prescription drug program established in this subsection and may make changes in the program pursuant to the terms of section 40 by majority vote of the full authorized membership of the commission. g. Beginning January 1, 2012, the School Employees' Health Benefits Plan Design Committee shall provide to employees the option to select one of at least three levels of coverage each for family, individual, individual and spouse, and individual and dependent, or equivalent categories, for each plan offered by the program differentiated by out of pocket costs to employees including co-payments and deductibles. Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, the committee shall have the sole discretion to set the amounts for maximums, co-pays, deductibles, and other such participant costs for all plans in the program. The committee shall also provide for a high deductible health plan that conforms with Internal Revenue Code Section 223. There shall be appropriated annually for each State fiscal year, through the annual appropriations act, such amounts as shall be necessary as funding by the State with regard to retirees who have enrolled in a high deductible health plan that conforms with Internal Revenue Code Section 223. L.2007, c.103, s.36; amended 2011, c.78, s.48; 2023, c.177, s.141.
N.J. Stat. § 52:32-55 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 32 / Section 32-55
Findings, declarations relative to certain public contracts.
Status: in_force

1. The Legislature finds and declares that: a. In imposing sanctions on Iran, the United States Congress and the President of the United States have determined that the illicit nuclear activities of Iran, combined with its development of unconventional weapons and ballistic missiles, and its support of international terrorism, represent a serious threat to the security of the United States and its allies around the world. b. The International Atomic Energy Agency has repeatedly called attention to Iran's unlawful nuclear activities, and as a result, the United Nations Security Council has adopted four rounds of sanctions designed to compel the Government of Iran to cease those activities and comply with its obligations under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, commonly known as the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. c. The human rights situation in Iran has steadily deteriorated since the fraudulent elections of 2009, as evidenced by the brutal repression, torture, murder and arbitrary detention of peaceful protestors, dissidents and minorities. d. On July 1, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010, which expressly authorizes state and local governments to prevent investment in, including prohibiting entry into or renewing contracts with, companies operating in Iran and includes provisions that preclude companies that do business in Iran from contracting with the U.S. Government. e. It is the intention of the Legislature to implement this authority granted under Section 202 of the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010. f. There are moral and reputational reasons for state and local governments to not engage in business with foreign companies that have business activities benefiting foreign states, such as Iran, that pursue illegal nuclear programs, support acts of terrorism and commit violations of human rights. g. Short-term economic profits cannot be a justification to circumvent even in spirit those international sanctions designed to thwart Iran from developing nuclear weapons. h. The concerns of this Legislature regarding Iran are strictly the result of the actions of the government of Iran and should not be construed as enmity toward the Iranian people. L.2012, c.25, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 52:4D-7.1 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 4D / Section 4D-7.1
Requirements for listing in directory of manufacturers.
Status: in_force

5. A non-participating manufacturer shall not be listed in the directory of manufacturers established pursuant to section 4 of P.L.2003, c.25 (C.52:4D-7) unless and until it posts a bond for the benefit of the State in the manner described herein: a. The bond shall be posted by corporate surety located within the United States in an amount equaling the greatest required escrow due from the non-participating manufacturer or its predecessor for any of the four preceding calendar years or $25,000, whichever amount is higher; b. The bond shall be conditioned on the performance by the non-participating manufacturer of all its duties and obligations imposed by section 3 of P.L.1999, c.148 (C.52:4D-3), section 3 of P.L.2003, c.25 (C.52:4D-6), section 5 of P.L.2003, c.25 (C.52:4D-8) and section 6 of P.L.2003, c.25 (C.52:4D-9); c. If a non-participating manufacturer that posted a bond has failed to make or have made on its behalf deposits equal to the full amount of escrow owed for a given year, within fifteen days following the due date for the deposit the State may execute upon the bond to recover any amount the non-participating manufacturer failed to deposit into escrow, as well as civil penalties, the costs of investigation, costs of the action and reasonable attorneys' fees pursuant to subsections a. and c. of section 8 of P.L.2003, c.25 (C.52:4D-11); and d. Beginning on April 30, 2015, the bond shall be posted or updated by the end of each quarter of each calendar year as a condition to the inclusion of a non-participating manufacturer and its brand families in the directory of manufacturers, and proof of the sufficiency of such bond shall be submitted quarterly. L.2014, c.85, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 52:18A-78.20 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 18A / Section 18A-78.20
Bonds or notes as legal investment
Status: in_force

The State and all public officers, governmental units and agencies thereof, all banks, trust companies, savings banks and institutions, building and loan associations, savings and loan associations, investment companies, and other persons carrying on a banking business, all insurance companies, insurance associations and other persons carrying on an insurance business, and all executors, administrators, guardians, trustees and other fiduciaries, may legally invest any sinking funds, moneys or other funds belonging to them or within their control in any bonds or notes issued pursuant to this act, and such bonds or notes shall be authorized security for any and all public deposits. L.1981, c. 120, s. 20, eff. April 16, 1981.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-344 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-344
Continuing care agreement
Status: in_force

a. A continuing care agreement executed on or after the effective date of this act shall be written in plain English and in language understandable by a layperson and shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (1) A provision for the continuing care of one resident, or two or more residents occupying space designed for multiple occupancy under appropriate procedures established by the provider, and a statement showing the value of all property transferred, including donations, subscriptions, fees and any other amounts payable by, or on behalf of, the resident; (2) A statement on a form provided by the commissioner specifying all services which are to be provided to the resident by the provider, including, in detail, all items which the resident will receive, such as food, shelter, nursing care, pharmaceuticals and burial, and whether the items will be provided for a designated period of time or for life; (3) A description of the health and financial conditions upon which the provider may have the resident relinquish his space in the designated facility; (4) A description of the health and financial conditions required for a person to continue as a resident; (5) A description of the circumstances under which the resident shall be permitted to remain in the facility in the event of financial difficulties of the resident. The stated policy may not be less than the terms stated in subsection e. of this section; (6) A statement of the fees that will be charged if the resident marries a person who is not a resident of the facility, the terms concerning the entry of a spouse into the facility and the consequences if the spouse does not meet the requirements for entry; (7) A statement providing that the agreement may be canceled upon giving at least 60 days' notice by the provider or the resident, except that if an agreement is canceled by the provider because there has been a good faith determination in writing, signed by the medical director and the administrator of the facility, that a resident is a danger to himself or others, only notice that is reasonable under the circumstances is required; (8) A statement providing in clear and understandable language, in print no smaller than the largest type used in the body of the agreement, the terms governing the refund of any portion of the entrance fee; (9) A statement of the terms under which an agreement is canceled by the death of the resident, which statement may contain a provision stating that upon the death of the resident the moneys paid for the continuing care of the resident shall be considered earned and become the property of the provider; and (10) A statement providing for at least 30 days' advance notice to the resident before any change in fees or changes in the scope of care or services are effective, except for changes required by State or federal assistance programs. b. A resident has the right to rescind a continuing care agreement without penalty or forfeiture, except those costs specifically incurred by the facility at the request of the resident and set forth in writing in a separate addendum signed by both parties to the agreement, within 30 days after making an initial deposit or executing the agreement. A resident shall not be required to move into the facility designated in the agreement before the expiration of the 30 day period. c. If a resident dies before the occupancy date, or through illness, injury or incapacity is precluded from becoming a resident under the terms of the continuing care agreement, the agreement shall be automatically rescinded and the resident or the resident's legal representative shall receive a full refund of all moneys paid to the facility, except those costs specifically incurred by the facility at the request of the resident and set forth in writing in a separate addendum signed by both parties to the agreement. d. No agreement for care shall permit dismissal or discharge of the resident from the facility prior to the expiration of the agreement without just cause for the removaL. For the purposes of this act, "just cause" means but is not limited to a good faith determination in writing, signed by the medical director and the administrator of the facility, that a resident is a danger to himself or others while remaining in the facility. The written determination shall state: (1) that the determination is made in good faith; (2) the reasons supporting the determination that the resident is a danger to himself or others; (3) the basis for the conclusion that there is no less restrictive alternative to dismissal, discharge or cancellation, as the case may be, for abating the dangerousness of the resident; and (4) the basis for the conclusion that the danger is such that a notice period of less than 60 days is appropriate. If a facility dismisses a resident for just cause, the resident shall be entitled to a refund of his unearned entrance fee, if any, in the same manner as provided in subsection e. of this section. A resident may request a hearing to contest a facility's decision to dismiss or discharge the resident. The hearing shall be held pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L. 1968, c. 410 (C. 52:14B-1 et seq.). e. It shall not be deemed just cause if the resident is unable to pay monthly maintenance fees until the entire unearned entrance fee plus, where applicable, any third-party insurance benefits received, are earned by the facility. For the purpose of this subsection, the unearned portion shall be the difference between the entrance fee paid by, or on behalf of, the resident and the cost of caring for the resident based upon the per capita cost to the facility. In lieu of calculating the actual per capita cost of caring for a resident, a facility may provide, in the agreement for continuing care, that the per capita cost of caring for the resident shall be calculated as follows: (1) No more than 2% of the entrance fee for each month the resident occupies, or is entitled to occupy, a bed in the residential unit of the facility; (2) No more than 4% of the entrance fee for each month the resident occupies, or is entitled to occupy, a bed in the nursing unit of the facility; and (3) No more than 10% of the entrance fee as a one-time charge for processing and refurbishment. If these entrance fees are exhausted within 90 days of the date of failure to pay, the facility may not require the resident to leave before 90 days from the date of failure to pay, during which time the resident shall continue to pay the facility a reduced fee based upon the resident's current income. f. No act, agreement or statement of a resident or of an individual purchasing care for a resident under any agreement to furnish care to the resident shall constitute a valid waiver of any provision of this act intended for the benefit or protection of the resident or the individual purchasing care for the resident. g. An agreement entered into prior to the effective date of this act or prior to the issuance of a certificate of authority to the provider is valid and binding upon both parties in accordance with the terms of the agreement. h. The provider shall designate and make knowledgeable personnel available to prospective residents to answer questions about any information contained in the agreement for continuing care. The provider shall also advise prospective residents to seek the independent advice of an attorney or financial advisor of their choice concerning the agreement. The agreement shall state on the cover or top of the first page in bold print the following: "This matter involves a substantial financial investment and a legally binding contract. In evaluating the disclosure statement and the contract prior to any commitment, it is recommended that you consult with an attorney and financial advisor of your choice, if you so elect, who can review these documents with you." L. 1986, c. 103, s. 15.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14-15b — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14 / Section 14-15b
Total amount for all employees
Status: in_force

If more than one employee designates the same banking institution as the depository for his or her net pay, the State Treasurer, in the case of State employees, and the proper disbursing officer in all other cases, may make the deposits by sending to the banking institution an electronic fund transfer, a computer tape or a check that is drawn in favor of the banking institution for the total amount designated by these employees and by specifying the amount to be credited to the account of each of those employees. Amended by L. 1981, c. 385, s.2; 1987, c. 38, s. 3.
N.J. Stat. § 52:9A-2 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 9A / Section 9A-2
Violet; designation as state flower
Status: in_force

The violet (common meadow, V. sororia) is designated the New Jersey State Flower. L.1971, c. 444, s. 1, eff. Feb. 15, 1972.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14-15.9c11 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14 / Section 14-15.9c11
Final distribution
Status: in_force

The State Treasurer and each disbursing officer shall promptly transmit the amounts deducted, and an accounting of the amounts designated to the various charitable fund-raising organizations or charitable agencies, to the respective campaign manager, who shall be responsible for final distribution of the amounts to the designated organizations or agencies. L. 1985, c. 140, s. 11, eff. April 12, 1985.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27F-31 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27F / Section 27F-31
Severability
Status: in_force

If any section, part, phrase, or provision of this act or the application thereof to any person be adjudged invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such judgment shall be confined in its operation to the section, part, phrase, provision, or application directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment shall have been rendered and it shall not affect or impair the validity of the remainder of this act or the application thereof to other persons. L.1977, c. 146, s. 28, eff. July 11, 1977.
N.J. Stat. § 52:15C-21 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 15C / Section 15C-21
Office of Inspector General abolished, functions, powers, duties transferred.
Status: in_force

2. a. The Office of the Inspector General established pursuant to P.L.2005, c.119 (C.52:15B-1 et seq.) and allocated, in but not of, the Department of the Treasury is abolished and all of its functions, powers, and duties, except as otherwise provided by this act, P.L.2010, c.33 (C.52:15C-20 et seq.), are continued and transferred to the Office of the State Comptroller. b. Except as otherwise provided in this act, P.L.2010, c.33 (C.52:15C-20 et seq.), whenever, in any law, rule, regulation, order, reorganization plan, contract, document, judicial or administrative proceeding, or otherwise, reference is made to the Office of the Inspector General the same shall mean and refer to the Office of the State Comptroller. c. The functions, powers, and duties conferred upon, or required to be exercised by, the Inspector General are continued but such functions, powers, and duties are hereby transferred to and shall be exercised and performed by the State Comptroller. L.2010, c.33, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 52:17B-139.7 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 17B / Section 17B-139.7
Notification to fire department by provider of medical oxygen, oxygen delivery system of patient's name, residence, age.
Status: in_force

1. A licensed pharmacist or other provider of oxygen or an oxygen delivery system who has supplied oxygen or an oxygen delivery system to a patient on an order from a licensed health care provider shall notify the appropriate fire department or company serving the municipality in which the patient resides of the name, address, and age of the patient and the existence of the oxygen or oxygen delivery system at the patient's residence, in accordance with the provisions of P.L.2002, c.118 (C.52:17B-139.7 et seq.). a. Prior to notification, a pharmacist or other provider of oxygen or an oxygen delivery system shall inform the patient of the notification requirements of this act and obtain written informed consent from the patient for the notification. If the patient is legally incapacitated, the pharmacist or other provider of oxygen or an oxygen delivery system shall inform an authorized representative of the patient of the notification requirements of P.L.2002, c.118 and obtain the written informed consent from the authorized representative. b. Written informed consent shall consist of a statement, on a form or in a manner to be determined by the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs in the Department of Law and Public Safety, signed by the patient or by an authorized representative of the patient, which acknowledges that the pharmacist or other provider of oxygen or an oxygen delivery system has provided the patient with information regarding the notification requirements of P.L.2002, c.118, and that the patient or authorized representative of the patient consents to the notification. c. If the patient or the patient's authorized representative declines to give informed consent for the notification, the pharmacist or other provider of oxygen or an oxygen delivery system is required to inform the patient or the patient's authorized representative that the patient or representative is obligated to notify the appropriate fire department or company of the patient's name, address, age, and of the existence of oxygen or an oxygen delivery system at the patient's residence. The pharmacist or other provider also shall inform the patient or his authorized representative that the patient or representative is obligated to notify the appropriate fire department or company whenever the supplying of oxygen or the providing of an oxygen delivery system to the patient is terminated and the oxygen or oxygen delivery system is removed from the patient's residence. d. If the patient or the patient's authorized representative declines to give informed consent, the pharmacist or other provider of oxygen or an oxygen delivery system is exempt from the requirement to make the notification and is permitted to supply the oxygen or oxygen delivery system as directed by the licensed health care provider's order. e. A copy of the written informed consent shall be attached to the order for the oxygen or oxygen delivery system or otherwise included in the patient's record or, if written consent is not given, the pharmacist or other provider of oxygen or an oxygen delivery system shall note on the order or in the patient's record that informed consent was not given. f. A pharmacist or other provider of oxygen or an oxygen delivery system who complies with the provisions of this act shall be immune from civil liability if the patient fails to notify the appropriate fire department or company of the patient's name, address, age, and the existence of oxygen or an oxygen delivery system at the patient's residence.
g. Whenever the supplying of oxygen or the providing of an oxygen delivery system to a patient is terminated and the oxygen or oxygen delivery system is removed from the patient's residence, the pharmacist or other provider of that oxygen or oxygen delivery system shall so notify the appropriate fire department or company. Notice shall be given in a manner, form, and within a time frame prescribed by the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs. If the patient or his authorized representative notified the fire department or company of the existence of oxygen or an oxygen delivery system at his residence pursuant to subsection c. of this section, the patient or his authorized representative shall notify the fire department or company that the supplying of oxygen or the providing of an oxygen delivery system is terminated and that the oxygen or oxygen delivery system has been removed from the patient's residence. Notification shall be provided within 10 days of removal. L.2002, c.118, s.1; amended 2013, c.29; 2013, c.103, s.130.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27BB-19 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27BB / Section 27BB-19
Enforcement of orders
Status: in_force

Orders of the director may be enforced by a proceeding in lieu of prerogative writ or by an action for injunctive relief in appropriate cases, or by an action to compel the specific performance by the officers or governing bodies of political subdivisions of the orders of the director or of the duties imposed by law. L.1947, c. 151, p. 653, s. 19. Amended by L.1953, c. 49, p. 887, s. 53.
N.J. Stat. § 52:17B-236 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 17B / Section 17B-236
Risk-based audits, performance reviews conducted by State Comptroller.
Status: in_force

15. a. The State Comptroller, established pursuant to P.L.2007, c.52 (C.52:15C-1 et seq.), shall conduct risk-based audits and performance reviews of the Division of State Police and the office to examine stops, post-stop enforcement activities, internal affairs and discipline, decisions not to refer a trooper to internal affairs notwithstanding the existence of a complaint, and training. The State Comptroller may also make recommendations on the funding and staffing levels of the office and the State Police. b. The State Comptroller shall report to the Governor, the Legislature and the public on the results of the audits and performance reviews. The State Comptroller shall conduct an audit and performance review on a semi-annual basis during the first 18 months following the enactment of P.L.2009, c.121 (C.52:17B-222 et seq.), and thereafter shall conduct an audit and performance review on an annual basis. c. Within the limits of funds appropriated for such purposes, the State Comptroller may obtain the services of consultants and other professionals necessary to conduct the risk-based audits and performance reviews required by this section. d. The Division of State Police, the office, and the Department of Law and Public Safety shall cooperate with the State Comptroller and provide to the State Comptroller such information, resources, and other assistance deemed necessary by the State Comptroller to conduct the audits and performance reviews required by this section. L.2009, c.121, s.15.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-141.2 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-141.2
Findings, declarations relative to solar energy systems.
Status: in_force

2. The Legislature finds and declares that: a. New Jersey residents primarily rely on fossil fuels for their energy needs; b. Fossil fuels are nonrenewable fuels since they are derived from finite resources that will inevitably dwindle over time, becoming too expensive or too environmentally damaging to extract; c. Unlike fossil fuels, renewable energy sources have minimal environmental impact since, for example, energy produced from photovoltaic cells does not result in air or water pollution, deplete natural resources, or endanger animal and human health; d. The use of renewable energy equipment also reduces the nation's dependency on foreign sources of energy, which is an important strategy in the process of creating a secure and sustainable energy future; e. The use of renewable energy technology would benefit New Jersey's economy since jobs evolve directly from the manufacture, design, installation, service and repair, and marketing of renewable energy products; f. The State has adopted a renewable energy portfolio standard that requires twenty percent of the State's electricity demand to be produced from renewable sources by the year 2020, and requires a specific percentage of these renewable energy sources to be from solar photovoltaic systems; g. Generating electricity from solar energy reduces consumption of fossil fuels, which decreases pollution and greenhouse gas emissions; and h. The installation of even small scale solar energy systems will combat global warming and reduce the nation's dependence on foreign energy sources, resulting in a significant environmental benefit. L.2009, c.33, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 52:17B-48 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 17B / Section 17B-48
Vacancies
Status: in_force

Any vacancy occurring in the office of Superintendent of State Police, director of the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control, director of the Division of Motor Vehicles or Superintendent of the Division of Weights and Measures shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. L.1948, c. 439, p. 1722, s. 48.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-489b — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-489b
Findings, declarations relative to economic stimulus.
Status: in_force

2. The Legislature finds and declares: a. The State of New Jersey is confronting a fiscal and economic crisis more severe than any experienced since the Great Depression. Counties and municipalities are likewise witnessing dramatic reductions in local revenues as a consequence of the global economic recession. As part of an ongoing, coordinated attempt to spur economic improvement and reverse this deflationary cycle, the Legislature and the Governor recently enacted a number of laws designed to minimize the impact of current conditions on New Jersey businesses and residents, including legislation providing incentives to create jobs and make business investments in this State. b. America has seen two economic changes since the birth of our nation over two hundred years ago. The initial change from an agrarian based economy to an industrial based economy in the revolution of the mid to late 1800s caused a realignment of our culture and population and brought prosperity to millions of our hardworking citizens. Much more recently, during those years culminating in the end of the 20th century, the rise of technology and financial services was our second change and increased that prosperity manyfold. c. As a consequence of the current world-wide financial crisis, opportunities for New Jersey residents to achieve prosperity have now shrunk. Many of our citizens are facing economic hardships not seen since the Great Depression. The financial crisis has diminished the ability of the private sector to create economic development on its own. The worldwide drop in available capital along with a self-fulfilling drop in consumer confidence has created a downward spiral that can be overcome with the assistance of a partnership - a public-private partnership that targets tax cuts to drive economic development and job creation. d. The poor economic climate continues to pose particular challenges for private sector entities desiring to engage in job creation and economic development activities. In order to spur economic growth and improve the quality of life for all New Jersey residents, it is appropriate for the Legislature to revisit, modify, and supplement several of the current statutes governing economic development and related activities in this State, including but not limited to job creation, economic growth, tax credits, state and local taxation of manufacturing and other activities, higher education, redevelopment, and affordable housing. Each of the facets of P.L.2009, c.90 (C.52:27D-489a et al.) represents a direct response to the unique economic development challenges currently facing the State and local units. It is the belief of the Legislature that each of the individual components of P.L.2009, c.90 (C.52:27D-489a et al.) will serve to combat one or more aspects of the current economic crisis and that these complementary components will promote economic development and job creation activities immediately upon enactment. e. Current economic conditions compel bold and timely action to create a third economic change that will enhance our prosperity and build confidence in our future. That prosperity must be extended to all areas of New Jersey, urban, suburban, and rural, and include all sectors of the State's economy. f. Through the use of tax increment financing, tax credits, development fee suspensions, and dedicated economic development revenues, along with a more efficient redevelopment process, New Jersey will be able to restore its economy to economic health and create good-paying jobs for its residents; assist the private development of affordable housing; assist institutions of higher education to develop needed classrooms, laboratories, dormitory rooms, and other educational facilities; and generate revenues for necessary State and local governmental services. L.2009, c.90, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-151 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-151
Liberal construction of act
Status: in_force

This act shall be construed liberally to effectuate the legislative intent and the purposes of this act, and all powers herein granted shall be broadly interpreted to effectuate such intent and purposes and not as a limitation of powers. L.1975, c. 248, s. 10, eff. Oct. 30, 1975.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27G-29 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27G / Section 27G-29
Grants of authority
Status: in_force

a. If it is determined that the public guardian should be appointed for a proposed ward, the court shall enter an order that makes findings of fact on the basis of clear, unequivocal, and convincing evidence supporting each grant of authority to the public guardian and that: (1) Establishes whether the public guardian has authority over the person, or the property, or both person and property, of the ward; (2) Establishes whether, and to what extent, the authority over person or property or both is partial; and (3) Sets the term of appointment. b. No grant of authority to the public guardian will be more than the least restrictive alternative warranted under the facts, and the public guardian shall employ the form of assistance that least interferes with the capacity of a ward to act in his own behalf. c. There will be no liability by physicians for failure to obtain consent from a ward or proposed ward of the public guardian in an emergency that threatens death or serious bodily harm. L. 1985, c. 298, s. 10.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14F-17 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14F / Section 14F-17
Transmittal of administrative record.
Status: in_force

14. a. Within 15 days after the receipt by the Division of Smart Growth of notice of an applicant's request for an expedited review pursuant to subparagraph (d) of paragraph (1) of subsection c. of section 5, subparagraph (d) of paragraph (1) of subsection c. of section 7, or subparagraph (d) of paragraph (1) of subsection c. of section 9 of P.L.2004, c.89 (C.13:1D-145, C.27:1E-2 or C.52:27D-10.6), as appropriate, the Division of Smart Growth shall transmit to the clerk of the Office of Administrative Law the administrative record which shall consist of: (1) the request for an expedited review of the application; (2) the application; (3) documents the applicant filed in support of the application; (4) the qualified and registered professional's certification that the application is complete and meets all statutory and regulatory requirements for approval; (5) the Division of Smart Growth's notices of deficiency, if any, that the application is incomplete; (6) the Division of Smart Growth's documentation, if any, in support of its determination that the application is incomplete; and (7) the applicant's request for an expedited hearing. b. The case shall be assigned to an administrative law judge who shall be a member of the Smart Growth Unit. Within 15 days after the filing of the case with the clerk of the Office of Administrative Law, the parties shall file briefs with the administrative law judge. There shall be no presumptions in favor of either party. No other evidence shall be admitted or relied upon, except by consent of the parties and with approval of the administrative law judge. Discovery shall not be available, except by consent of the parties. The standard of review shall be by the preponderance of the evidence. c. Within 30 days after the date of submission of the briefs, the administrative law judge shall issue a written decision as to whether the application is complete. The time limits established herein shall not be extended except by consent of the parties. d. If the administrative law judge decides that the application is complete, the Director of the Division of Smart Growth shall take action to approve, approve with conditions or deny the permit application within 45 days after the receipt of the decision. e. The decision of the administrative law judge on the issue of completeness of the application shall be the final decision binding on the parties and shall not be subject to further review or appeal by either the Division of Smart Growth established pursuant to section 5, 7 or 9 of P.L.2004, c.89 (C.13:1D-145, C.27:1E-2 or C.52:27D-10.6), as appropriate, or the applicant. f. An applicant who does not request an expedited review pursuant to subparagraph (d) of paragraph (1) of subsection c. of section 5, subparagraph (d) of paragraph (1) of subsection c. of section 7 or subparagraph (d) of paragraph (1) of subsection c. of section 9 of P.L.2004, c.89 (C.13:1D-145, C.27:1E-2 or C.52:27D-10.6), as appropriate, retains the right to an administrative hearing and decision on the permit application pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.). L.2004,c.89,s.14.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27BBB-43 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27BBB / Section 27BBB-43
Conveyance of right, title, interest in certain real property.
Status: in_force

44. The governing body of each qualified municipality shall convey to the board, for the period of rehabilitation, its right, title and interest in any real property, acquired through the purchase of any tax sale certificate covering that real property whose rights of redemption have been foreclosed under the In Rem Tax Foreclosure Act (1948), P.L.1948, c.96 (C.54:5-104.29 et seq.), so long as the liens have previously been offered by the municipality at a public tax lien sale. L.2002, c.43, s.44; amended 2009, c.337, s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14A-8 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14A / Section 14A-8
Removal of designees
Status: in_force

Until such time as the persons designated as emergency interim successors are authorized to exercise the powers and discharge the duties of an office in accordance with this act, including section 7 hereof, said persons shall serve in their designated capacities at the pleasure of the designating authority and may be removed or replaced by said designating authority at any time, with or without cause. L.1963, c. 117, s. 8.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14-17.39 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14 / Section 14-17.39
Establishment of rates
Status: in_force

The rates charged for any contract purchased under the authority of the New Jersey State Health Benefits Program Act shall be established in accordance with the provisions of subsection (C) of section 5 of P.L.1961, c. 49; provided, however, that the commission may, in its discretion, prescribe that the rates for employee coverage and for dependents coverage be determined separately for State employees and employees of participating employers. L.1964, c. 125, s. 8. Amended by L.1972, c. 75, s. 10.
N.J. Stat. § 52:18-49 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 18 / Section 18-49
Failure to adhere to requirements, refund of financial assistance.
Status: in_force

10. a. Any business, receiving financial assistance from a public entity under a contract to which the provisions of section 2 of this act apply, that knowingly fails to submit a financial statement or report, or that makes a material misrepresentation in any application, report, or other disclosure, that the recipient business is required to make pursuant to this act shall refund the amount of financial assistance to the granting public entity or entities. The granting public entity or entities shall include provisions for the refund as part of an agreement to provide financial assistance and may pursue an action to collect the amount of the refund plus any attorney fees and other costs of the action. b. Whoever knowingly alters, destroys, mutilates, conceals, covers up, falsifies, or makes a false entry in any record, document, or tangible object with the intent to impede, obstruct, or influence the investigation or proper administration of any matter within the jurisdiction of any public entity in relation to any provision of this act, shall be subject to the provisions of subsection a. of this section. L.2009, c.136, s.10.
N.J. Stat. § 52:34A-9 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 34A / Section 34A-9
Use of electronic procurement processes for public works construction contracts.
Status: in_force

9. Notwithstanding any provisions of chapters 32, 33, and 34 of Title 52 of the Revised Statutes to the contrary, the State, and any agency or instrumentality of the State, shall use electronic procurement processes for public works construction contracts whenever the project requires public advertisement pursuant to section 7 of P.L.1954, c.48 (C.52:34-12), in accordance with the provisions of P.L.2020, c.59 (C.52:34A-1 et al.). L.2020, c.59, s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 52:30-1 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 30 / Section 30-1
Consent to acquisition of land by United States
Status: in_force

The consent of this state is hereby given, pursuant to the provisions of article one, section eight, paragraph seventeen, of the constitution of the United States, to the acquisition by the United States, by purchase, condemnation or otherwise, of any land within this state, for the erection of dockyards, custom houses, courthouses, post offices or other needful buildings.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27BB-40 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27BB / Section 27BB-40
Sinking fund; recommendation by the director
Status: in_force

The director shall examine the report of audit of a sinking fund commission and may make such recommendations pertaining to the management and administration of the affairs of the sinking fund commission as he finds desirable. Notice and statement of recommendations shall be filed forthwith with the secretary of the commission. The secretary shall immediately send a copy of the statement to each member of the commission and to the executive head of the political subdivision. The secretary shall, within thirty days after receipt of the statement of recommendations, report to the director the action taken by the sinking fund commission. L.1947, c. 151, p. 658, s. 40.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-132.5 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-132.5
Post-occupancy structural inspector, American Society of Civil Engineers protocols, similar, good faith performance of duties, civil liability, injury, prohibited.
Status: in_force

4. A post-occupancy structural inspector who performs the duties set forth in section 3 of P.L.2023, c.214 (C.52:27D-132.4) in good faith and pursuant to the protocols adopted by the American Society of Civil Engineers, or similar protocols by another nationally recognized structural engineering association, shall not incur any civil liability for injury associated with any inspection undertaken by the structural inspector. L.2023, c.214, s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-198.24 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-198.24
Building owner, routine maintenance, periodic testing schedule, adherence, smoke dampers, fire dampers, combination fire and smoke dampers, smoke control systems.
Status: in_force

4. The owner of a building subject to the provisions of P.L.2023, c.186 (C.52:27D-198.21 et al.) shall adhere to the routine maintenance and periodic testing schedule for the building, to commence immediately after the smoke dampers, fire dampers, combination fire and smoke dampers, and smoke control systems have passed the applicable tests. The Commissioner of Community Affairs shall, pursuant to the authority under the "Uniform Fire Safety Act," P.L.1983, c.383 (C.52:27D-192 et seq.), promulgate rules and regulations to require a building owner to establish a written schedule for routine maintenance and periodic testing pursuant to the testing schedule required pursuant to the applicable standards adopted pursuant to the "Uniform Fire Code." L.2023, c.186, s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 52:9X-9.2 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 9X / Section 9X-9.2
Findings, declarations relative to biotechnology, high technology industries
Status: in_force

2. The Legislature finds and declares it to be the policy of this State that: a. The New Jersey, Philadelphia and New York region contains the second largest concentration of biotechnology companies in the country; and b. Nationwide, the biotechnology industry has grown from 100 companies in 1970 to over 1200 companies today, employing approximately 140,000 people across the country. Biotechnology industry sales are expected to reach $50 billion by the year 2000; and c. The continued growth of New Jersey's biotechnology and other high technology industries is integral to the creation of high-skill jobs and the growth of the State's economy in the 1990's and on into the 21st century; and d. The promotion of New Jersey's high technology industry, including its biotechnology industry, and the attraction to the State of biotechnology and other high technology companies is vital and necessary to the people of this State. Therefore, it is necessary and important to the economy of this State that a program be established to promote biotechnology and other high technology industries in New Jersey and to attract biotechnology and other high technology companies to the State. L.1995,c.277,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 52:6-18 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 6 / Section 6-18
Seal; impression of filed with secretary of state
Status: in_force

Each foreign commissioner of deeds shall attest his official acts by an official seal, an impression of which, in wax or other appropriate substance shall, with his official oath, be filed in the office of the secretary of state of this state.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27H-80.1 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27H / Section 27H-80.1
Extension of provisions
Status: in_force

In addition to those enterprise zones to which the provisions of section 21 of P.L. 1983, c. 303 (C. 52:27H-80) have been or may be extended by the authority, the provisions of that section shall be extended to that enterprise zone which is required by section 7 of P.L. 1983, c. 303 (C. 52:27H-66) to be designated among the first five and to be located in a municipality of not less than 45,000 nor more than 46,000 population located within the five counties next most northern to the 10 southernmost counties. L. 1985, c. 142, s. 3, eff. April 17, 1985.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-284 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-284
Benefits not income for eligibility and tax purposes
Status: in_force

Benefits under this program shall not be treated as income in determining eligibility requirements for other State programs or for New Jersey gross income tax purposes. L.1984, c. 180, s. 6, eff. Nov. 9, 1984.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14-17.46.6i — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14 / Section 14-17.46.6i
School Employees' Health Benefits Commission to provide coverage regardless of gender identity, expression.
Status: in_force

10. a. Notwithstanding any other law or regulation to the contrary, the School Employees' Health Benefits Commission shall ensure that every contract purchased by the commission on or after the effective date of this act that provides hospital and medical expense benefits shall not contain any provision that discriminates, and the commission shall ensure there is no discrimination, on the basis of a covered person's or prospective covered person's gender identity or expression or on the basis that the covered person or prospective covered person is a transgender person. b. The discrimination prohibited by this section shall include: (1) denying, cancelling, limiting or refusing to issue or renew a contract on the basis of a covered person's or prospective covered person's gender identity or expression, or for the reason that the covered person or prospective covered person is a transgender person; (2) demanding or requiring a payment or premium that is based in whole or in part on a covered person's or prospective covered person's gender identity or expression, or for the reason that the covered person or prospective covered person is a transgender person; (3) designating a covered person's or prospective covered person's gender identity or expression, or the fact that a covered person or prospective covered person is a transgender person, as a preexisting condition for which coverage will be denied or limited; or (4) denying or limiting coverage, or denying a claim, for services including but not limited to the following, due to a covered person's gender identity or expression or for the reason that the covered person is a transgender person: (a) health care services related to gender transition if coverage is available for those services under the contract when the services are not related to gender transition, including but not limited to hormone therapy, hysterectomy, mastectomy, and vocal training; or (b) health care services that are ordinarily or exclusively available to individuals of one sex when the denial or limitation is due only to the fact that the covered person is enrolled as belonging to the other sex or has undergone, or is in the process of undergoing, gender transition. c. For the purposes of this section: "Gender expression" means a person's gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's assigned sex at birth. "Gender identity" means a person's internal sense of their own gender, regardless of the sex the person was assigned at birth. "Gender transition" means the process of changing a person's outward appearance, including physical sex characteristics, to accord with the person's actual gender identity. "Transgender person" means a person who identifies as a gender different from the sex assigned to the person at birth. d. Nothing in this section shall preclude the carrier from performing utilization review, including periodic review of the medical necessity of a particular service. L.2017, c.176, s.10.
N.J. Stat. § 52:18A-19.2 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 18A / Section 18A-19.2
Division of Architecture, Construction and Maintenance in the Department of Institutions and Agencies, the Commissioner of Institutions and Agencies and the director of such division transferred to Division of Purchase and Property in the Department of the Treasury
Status: in_force

All of the functions, powers, duties, records and property of the Division of Architecture and Construction or Division of Architecture, Construction and Maintenance, by whatever name known, in the Department of Institutions and Agencies, and of the State Board of Control of Institutions and Agencies, the Commissioner of Institutions and Agencies and the director of such division, relating to or concerning said division and the work thereof, are hereby transferred to and vested in the Division of Purchase and Property in the Department of the Treasury, and shall be exercised and used by the director of said Division of Purchase and Property under the direction and supervision of the State Treasurer and pursuant to the provisions of this act and as otherwise provided by law. L.1950, c. 227, p. 566, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 52:4B-25.2 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 4B / Section 4B-25.2
Payment for certain victim counseling services.
Status: in_force

1. a. In the event that a person is the victim of a firearm or stabbing injury incurred during the course of an offense described in subsection b. of section 11 of P.L.1971, c.317 (C.52:4B-11), and the person receives counseling in connection with the injury, the entity providing counseling services may directly bill the Victims of Crime Compensation Office for the counseling services, provided that: (1) the counseling was provided by a licensed psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, or therapist, or by a peer or support counselor or other individual authorized by the Victims of Crime Compensation Office to provide such counseling while under the supervision of a licensed professional; (2) the person providing the counseling is affiliated with the hospital where the victim received treatment for the injury or is affiliated with a hospital-based or hospital-linked violence intervention program recognized by the Victims of Crime Compensation Office; (3) the victim reported the injury to law enforcement within nine months after its occurrence or reasonable discovery, except that, notwithstanding the requirements of section 18 of P.L.1971, c.317 (C.52:4B-18), a report made after such time shall not be deemed to bar a claim for compensation for counseling services if the victim was admitted to the hospital for the injury and the victim consents to the hospital releasing records of the admission to the Victims of Crime Compensation Office; (4) the victim has consented in writing to the entity directly billing the Victims of Crime Compensation Office pursuant to this section; and (5) the victim has filed a claim with the Victims of Crime Compensation Office that is deemed eligible for counseling services pursuant to P.L.1971, c.317 (C.52:4B-1 et seq.). Compensation to be paid for counseling services provided under this section shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of subsection b. of this section and section 19 of P.L.1971, c.317 (C.52:4B-19). b. The Victims of Crime Compensation Office shall establish by regulation the maximum amount of compensation that may be directly billed pursuant to subsection a. of this section, which in any case shall not exceed $1,000 in connection with a given injury. c. An entity that directly bills for counseling services pursuant to subsection a. of this section shall not bill the victim or any other person or entity in any amount for any counseling services for which it received compensation from the Victims of Crime Compensation Office pursuant to this section. L.2019, c.489, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27BBBB-14 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27BBBB / Section 27BBBB-14
Terms of C.52:27BBBB et al. prevail in event of inconsistency.
Status: in_force

16. The authorities granted to the director in P.L.2016, c.4 (C.52:27BBBB-1 et al.) are intended to supplement authority provided in the "Local Government Supervision Act (1947)," P.L.1947, c.151 (C.52:27BB-1 et seq.) and other applicable laws. To the extent any inconsistency exists between the terms of P.L.2016, c.4 (C.52:27BBBB-1 et al.) and other applicable laws, the terms of P.L.2016, c.4 (C.52:27BBBB-1 et al.) shall prevail. L.2016, c.4, s.16.
N.J. Stat. § 52:9B-6 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 9B / Section 9B-6
Report to governor and legislature; compensation; expenses; employees
Status: in_force

The commission shall report to the governor and to the legislature within fifteen days after the convening of each regular legislative session, and at such other times as it deems appropriate. Its members and the members of all committees which it establishes shall serve without compensation, but they shall be paid their necessary expenses in carrying out their obligations under this chapter. The commission may employ such staff and incur such other expenses as may be necessary for the proper performance of its duties, and it may, by contributions to the council of state governments and other similar governmental organizations affiliated with it, participate with other states in maintaining the said council's regional and central secretariats and other similar governmental services.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14A-4 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14A / Section 14A-4
Additional successors to office of Governor
Status: in_force

In the event that the Governor, for any reason, is not able to exercise and discharge the functions, powers and duties of his office, or is unavailable, the functions, powers and duties of such office shall devolve in the manner provided in Article V, Section 1 of the Constitution of the State of New Jersey. In the event that the persons upon whom such functions, powers and duties devolve, under such provisions of the Constitution, are not able to exercise the same or are unavailable, then such functions, powers and duties shall devolve upon the Attorney General, for the time being; and in the event that he is unable to exercise the powers and duties of such office or is unavailable, then upon the State Highway Commissioner, for the time being; and in the event that he is unable to exercise the powers and duties of such office or is unavailable, then upon such person as the Legislature by majority vote of the total number of available legislators and emergency interim successors, exercising the powers and discharging the duties of legislators not available, in both Houses may designate. Any such official or other person upon whom the powers and duties of the Governor have developed shall exercise the same until a new Governor is elected and qualified. No deputy or emergency interim successor to the aforementioned offices, including such successor to any Senator or Assemblyman may serve as Governor. L.1963, c. 117, s. 4.
N.J. Stat. § 52:38-4 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 38 / Section 38-4
Project labor agreement binding, certain stipulations required.
Status: in_force

4. Any project labor agreement negotiated pursuant to this act between the public entity or its representative or a construction manager and one or more labor organizations shall be binding on all contractors and subcontractors working on the public works project and may include provisions that permit contractors and subcontractors working on the public works project to retain a percentage of their current workforce, and provisions that the successful bidder and any subcontractor of the bidder need not be a party to a labor agreement with the labor organizations other than for the public works project covered by the project labor agreement. Each project labor agreement shall stipulate that: a. the provisions of the project labor agreement shall apply to work done at construction sites of the public works project and shall not apply to work done outside of those sites; and b. if a union trust fund covered by the terms and conditions of the project labor agreement has not adopted the building and construction industry exemption authorized by subsection (b) of section 4203 of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. s.1383(b)), the signatory employers shall not be obligated to hire employees covered by that fund. L.2002, c.44, s.4; amended 2021, c.69, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-489d — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-489d
Establishment of local Economic Development and Growth Grant program.
Status: in_force

4. a. The governing body of a municipality wherein is located a qualifying economic redevelopment and growth grant incentive area may adopt an ordinance to establish a local Economic Redevelopment and Growth Grant program for the purpose of encouraging redevelopment projects in that area through the provision of incentive grants to reimburse developers for all or a portion of the project financing gap for such projects. No local Economic Redevelopment and Growth Grant program shall take effect until the Local Finance Board approves the ordinance. b. A developer shall submit an application for a local incentive grant prior to July 1, 2019. A developer that submits an application for a local incentive grant shall indicate on the application whether it is also applying for a State incentive grant. An application by a developer applying for a local incentive grant only shall not require approval by the authority. A municipal redeveloper may only apply for local incentive grants for the construction of: (1) infrastructure improvements in the public right-of-way, (2) publicly owned facilities, or (3) public electric vehicle charging stations. c. No local incentive grant shall be finally approved by a municipality until approved by the Local Finance Board. The Local Finance Board shall not approve a local incentive grant unless the application was submitted prior to July 1, 2019. d. In deciding whether or not to approve a local incentive grant agreement the Local Finance Board shall consider the following factors: (1) the economic feasibility of the redevelopment project; (2) the extent of economic and related social distress in the municipality and the area to be affected by the redevelopment project; (3) the degree to which the redevelopment project will advance State, regional, and local development and planning strategies; (4) the likelihood that the redevelopment project shall, upon completion, be capable of generating new tax revenue in an amount in excess of the amount necessary to reimburse the developer for project costs incurred as provided in the redevelopment incentive grant agreement; (5) the relationship of the redevelopment project to a comprehensive local development strategy, including other major projects undertaken within the municipality; (6) the need for the redevelopment incentive grant agreement to the viability of the redevelopment project; (7) compliance with the provisions of P.L.2009, c.90 (C.52:27D-489a et al.); and (8) the degree to which the redevelopment project enhances and promotes job creation and economic development. e. A developer shall not be required to purchase pinelands development credits under the "Pinelands Protection Act," P.L.1979, c.111 (C.13:18A-1 et seq.), the pinelands comprehensive management plan, or any other rule or regulation adopted pursuant to that act in connection with any approval or relief obtained related to a redevelopment project located in an aviation district on or after the effective date of P.L.2018, c.120, except if seeking to develop in permanently protected open space pursuant to the Pinelands Protection Act. The provisions of this subsection shall not apply to a developer of a qualified residential project. L.2009, c.90, s.4; amended 2010, c.10, s.3; 2013, c.161, s.15; 2018, c.120, s.5; 2021, c.168, s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 52:25-23 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 25 / Section 25-23
Purchasing authority delegation for amounts under $25,000; under $250,000, certain.
Status: in_force

52:25-23. The Director of the Division of Purchase and Property may, by written order, delegate purchasing authority to the using agencies for purchases or contracts not in excess of $150,000 beginning on the effective date of P.L.2021, c.412, $200,000 beginning on January 1, 2023, and $250,000 beginning on January 1, 2024 and thereafter; except that: a. Purchases or contracts shall not be divided to circumvent the dollar limit imposed by this section; b. Prior to issuing purchase orders pursuant to this section, a using agency shall verify the existence of funds for the purchase or contract and shall verify that the article or service to be purchased or contracted for is not available under any of the contracts issued by the Division of Purchase and Property; and c. Records of all purchases made or contracts negotiated under this section shall be maintained by the using agency and made available for audit by or under the direction of the Director of the Division of Purchase and Property and shall include proper proof that the purchase or contract was made or negotiated competitively, where competition is practicable. The Director of the Division of Purchase and Property may, by written order, rescind or reduce the level of purchasing authority delegated to any using agency determined by the director to have violated the provisions of the delegated authorization. d. The director may, by written order, delegate purchasing authority to a specific agency for advertisement of purchases or contracts not in excess of $1,000,000, subject to the requirements set forth in this section; (1) when the director has determined that such purchases or contracts are for the procurement of goods or services which are unique to the operations of that particular using agency and are not common or similar to goods or services used by other State agencies and, therefore, are not suitable for leveraging with other State agency procurements; or (2) when a public exigency exists, such as when a public health emergency, pursuant to the "Emergency Health Powers Act," P.L.2005, c.222 (C.26:13-1 et seq.), or a state of emergency, pursuant to P.L.1942, c.251 (C.App.A:9-33 et seq.), has been declared by the Governor and is in effect. Amended 1958, c.70; 1964, c.194, s.1; 1985, c.107, s.1; 1999, c.440, s.93; 2005, c.336, s.16; 2021, c.412, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 52:17B-2 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 17B / Section 17B-2
Attorney general; head of Department; appointment; salary; vacancies
Status: in_force

The head of the Department of Law and Public Safety shall be the Attorney General who shall be appointed by the Governor, with the advice and consent of the Senate, and who shall serve during the term of office of the Governor. He shall receive such salary as shall be provided by law. Any vacancy occurring in the office of Attorney General shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment, but for the unexpired term only. The person in office as Attorney-General on the thirty-first day of December, one thousand nine hundred and forty-eight, shall hold the office of Attorney General in the Department of Law and Public Safety established hereunder for the unexpired period of the term for which he was appointed, and until his successor is appointed and qualifies. L.1948, c. 439, p. 1707, s. 2.
N.J. Stat. § 52:13D-13 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 13D / Section 13D-13
Definitions.
Status: in_force

2. As used in this act, and unless a different meaning clearly appears from the context, the following terms shall have the following meanings: a. "State agency" means any of the principal departments in the Executive Branch of the State Government, and any division, board, bureau, office, commission, or other instrumentality within or created by such department, the Legislature of the State, and any office, board, bureau, or commission within or created by the Legislative Branch, and, to the extent consistent with law, any interstate agency to which New Jersey is a party and any independent State authority, commission, instrumentality, or agency. A county or municipality shall not be deemed an agency or instrumentality of the State. b. "State officer or employee" means any person, other than a special State officer or employee: (1) holding an office or employment in a State agency, excluding an interstate agency, other than a member of the Legislature; or (2) appointed as a New Jersey member to an interstate agency. c. "Member of the Legislature" means any person elected to serve in the General Assembly or the Senate. d. "Head of a State agency" means: (1) in the case of the Executive Branch of government, except with respect to interstate agencies, the department head or, if the agency is not assigned to a department, the Governor; and (2) in the case of the Legislative Branch, the chief presiding officer of each House of the Legislature. e. "Special State officer or employee" means: (1) any person holding an office or employment in a State agency, excluding an interstate agency, for which office or employment no compensation is authorized or provided by law, or no compensation other than a sum in reimbursement of expenses, whether payable per diem or per annum, is authorized or provided by law; (2) any person, not a member of the Legislature, holding a part-time elective or appointive office or employment in a State agency, excluding an interstate agency; or (3) any person appointed as a New Jersey member to an interstate agency the duties of which membership are not full-time. f. "Person" means any natural person, association or corporation. g. "Interest" means: (1) the ownership or control of more than 10 percent of the profits or assets of a firm, association, or partnership, or more than 10 percent of the stock in a corporation for profit other than a professional service corporation organized under the "Professional Service Corporation Act," P.L.1969, c.232 (C.14A:17-1 et seq.); or (2) the ownership or control of more than one percent of the profits of a firm, association, or partnership, or more than one percent of the stock in any corporation, (a) which is the holder of, or an applicant for, a casino license or in any holding or intermediary company with respect thereto, as defined by the "Casino Control Act," P.L.1977, c.110 (C.5:12-1 et seq.), (b) which is the holder of, or an applicant for, a medical cannabis cultivator, medical cannabis manufacturer, medical cannabis dispensary, or clinical registrant permit issued pursuant to P.L.2009, c.307 (C.24:6I-1 et al.), or any holding or intermediary company with respect thereto, or (c) which is the holder of, or an applicant for, a cannabis cultivator, cannabis manufacturer, cannabis wholesaler, cannabis distributor, cannabis retailer, or cannabis delivery service license issued pursuant to P.L.2021, c.16 (C.24:6I-31 et al.), or which is an entity that employs or uses a certified personal use cannabis handler to perform work for or on behalf of a licensed cannabis establishment, distributor, or delivery service, or any holding or intermediary company with respect thereto. The provisions of this act governing the conduct of individuals are applicable to shareholders, associates or professional employees of a professional service corporation regardless of the extent or amount of their shareholder interest in such a corporation. h. "Cause, proceeding, application or other matter" means a specific cause, proceeding or matter and does not mean or include determinations of general applicability or the preparation or review of legislation which is no longer pending before the Legislature or the Governor. i. "Member of the immediate family" of any person means the person's spouse, domestic partner, civil union partner, child, parent, or sibling residing in the same household. L.1971, c.182, s.2; amended 1971, c.359, s.1; 1981, c.142, s.2; 1987, c.432, s.2; 2019, c.153, s.37; 2021, c.16, s.12.
N.J. Stat. § 52:17B-9.8d — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 17B / Section 17B-9.8d
Establishment of guidelines for missing persons cases involving Alzheimer's Disease or juveniles.
Status: in_force

1. a. Within 180 days of the effective date of P.L.2007, c.146 (C.52:17B-9.8d), the Missing Persons and Child Exploitation Unit established in the Division of State Police within the Department of Law and Public Safety pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1983, c.467 (C.52:17B-9.7) shall establish minimum uniform guidelines concerning the handling of missing persons cases involving: (1) persons known to have Alzheimer's disease, and (2) juveniles, as defined in section 3 of P.L.1982, c.77 (C.2A:4A-22). b. The Missing Persons and Child Exploitation Unit shall consult with Alzheimer's support and child welfare groups in developing these guidelines. c. All State or local law enforcement entities shall adhere to the guidelines established pursuant to this section. L.2007, c.146, s.1; amended 2017, c.131, s.187.
N.J. Stat. § 52:18A-207 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 18A / Section 18A-207
Short title
Status: in_force

Sections 1 through 12 of this act shall be known and may be cited as the "State Planning Act." L. 1985, c. 398, s. 12, eff. Jan. 2, 1986.
N.J. Stat. § 52:16A-58 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 16A / Section 16A-58
Authority of commission.
Status: in_force

6. The commission shall be authorized to: a. call to its assistance and avail itself of the services and assistance of such officials and employees of the State and its political subdivisions and their departments, boards, bureaus, commissions, authorities and agencies, as it may require and as may be available to it for its purposes; b. utilize existing staff from the Department of State until such time as it may be necessary to employ professional staff, including an executive director and stenographic and clerical assistants; and c. expend any funds that may be appropriated or otherwise made available to it for its purposes. Professional staff, including stenographic and clerical assistants, may be permitted to serve the commission on a volunteer basis. To the extent possible, the commission shall be permitted to use property owned by the State, without charge or at a minimal fee, for its offices. The commission shall submit a spending plan to the Secretary of State for review and approval no later than October 1 of each year that lists the sources of all funds raised and actual expenses during the previous State fiscal year and the commission's projected revenues and expenditures during the State fiscal year in which the plan is submitted. L.1995,c.295,s.6; amended 2001, c.417, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 52:16A-41 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 16A / Section 16A-41
Rules, regulations; data processing service fees.
Status: in_force

7. The State Treasurer may promulgate rules and regulations necessary to establish guidelines for the use of telephone and expedited over the counter corporate services, including one hour and two hour service options, and the use of electronic data processing for direct access to the information provided under this act by persons so authorized and for the method of payment for the use of telephone and expedited over the counter corporate services. The State Treasurer shall establish fees for electronic data processing services which cover the cost of those services. L.1982, c.150, s.7; amended 2002, c.34, s.40; 2009, c.177, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 52:13C-34 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 13C / Section 13C-34
Obligation to file statement; duty of officer or person; duty after discontinuance of activity
Status: in_force

Every officer, or person performing the functions of an officer, of any person required by this act to file any statement shall be under obligation to cause such person to file such statement within the time prescribed by this act. The obligation of any person to file any statement required by this act shall continue from day to day, and discontinuance of the activity out of which the obligation arises shall not relieve any person from the obligation to file any statement required for any period of time prior to such discontinuance. L.1971, c. 183, s. 17.
N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-124.2 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 27D / Section 27D-124.2
Functions, etc. relating to energy subcode continued and transferred
Status: in_force

All of the functions, powers and duties heretofore exercised by the Department of Energy and the commissioner thereof pursuant to P.L.1977, c. 146 (C. 52:27F-1 et seq.) relating to the adoption, amendment and repeal of the energy subcode of the State Uniform Construction Code pursuant to P.L.1975, c. 217 (C. 52:27D-119 et seq.) and P.L.1977, c. 256 (C. 54:4-3.113 et seq.) are hereby transferred to and vested in the Department of Community Affairs and the commissioner thereof. L. 1987,c.365,s.12.
N.J. Stat. § 52:14-3 — NJ Code / Title 52 / Chapter 14 / Section 14-3
Accountings for sums paid or received.
Status: in_force

52:14-3. When such an agreement has been made between two departments, the heads thereof shall, from time to time, certify to the Director of the Division of Budget and Accounting the sum or sums due from the one to the other on account of such work, and the director shall thereupon cause to be paid such sum or sums to the creditor department. Payment may be by check, as other State bills are paid, or by a system of debits and credits, as the director may determine. All sums so received by or credited to any department shall be added to the current appropriation made for the support of said department, to the end that its appropriation may not be depleted by reason of the work done for another department. Amended 2007, c.52, s.22.