A4313

Allows persons who qualify under Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program to become law enforcement and corrections officers.

Introduced·2/19/26
Introduced Text

Allows DACA recipients to become law enforcement and corrections officers in New Jersey.

This bill amends New Jersey law to allow individuals who qualify under the federal Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program to become law enforcement and corrections officers. These officers would be entitled to carry firearms, have seniority, and be eligible for promotions, re-employment, retirement, and pension benefits. The bill also ensures that DACA recipients appointed as officers are not deprived of any rights or protections provided by state law or pension systems.

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Where it stands

Current
Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 19

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee