A5247

Makes various changes to civil service law concerning seasonal appointments, temporary layoffs, and rescinding adoption of civil service.

Introduced·6/11/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A5247 revises civil service law to extend seasonal appointments, allow temporary layoffs, and permit rescinding civil service adoption.

New Jersey A5247 makes several changes to civil service law. It extends the maximum length of seasonal temporary appointments from six to nine months, subject to approval by the Civil Service Commission. The bill also allows for temporary layoffs for reasons such as economy and efficiency, with specific rules for implementation and employee treatment. Additionally, it enables counties, municipalities, and school districts to rescind the adoption of civil service provisions through a referendum, with a 10-year waiting period before they can readopt these provisions.

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Where it stands

Current
State and Local Government Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Jun 11

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee