S.2058

Prohibits county clerks, sheriffs, and surrogates from serving as chairperson, co-chairperson, or vice-chairperson of county political party committee.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S2058 prohibits county clerks, sheriffs, and surrogates from serving as chairperson, co-chairperson, or vice-chairperson of a county.

New Jersey S2058 amends state law to prohibit county clerks, sheriffs, and surrogates from serving as chairperson, co-chairperson, or vice-chairperson of a county political party committee. This prohibition aims to preserve the integrity of the election process and the impartiality of those involved in conducting elections, as well as the independence of the judiciary. The bill does not restrict these officials from serving as individual members of a county committee of a political party.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee