A4543

Permits Paterson and Newark police who were promoted following February 2019 police sergeant exam to have those promotions deemed regular appointments.

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New Jersey A4543 allows Paterson and Newark police officers promoted after the February 2019 sergeant exam to have those promotions deemed regular.

New Jersey A4543 addresses the February 2019 civil service police sergeant exam, which faced controversy over scoring disparities. The bill permits Paterson and Newark police officers who were promoted following this exam to have those promotions deemed regular appointments. This change follows a decision by the Civil Service Commission that required officers in these cities to retake the exam. The bill ensures that these officers' promotions are recognized as regular appointments, avoiding potential demotions that could disrupt public safety.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

36 Yea

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0 Nay

4 Not Voting

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Calendar

May 18

10:00 AM

Senate Law and Public Safety Hearing

Mar 19

10:00 AM

Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Hearing

History

Jun 30

Senate

Approved P.L.2026, c.19.

May 28

Senate

Substituted for S4007

May 28

Senate

Passed Senate (Passed Both Houses) (36-0)