S.2439

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

Introduced·1/29/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S2439 allows DACA recipients to become law enforcement and corrections officers.

New Jersey S2439 amends existing laws to allow individuals who qualify under the federal Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program to become law enforcement and corrections officers. This includes positions such as State and county correctional police officers, and juvenile corrections officers. The bill specifies that DACA recipients who are appointed to these roles will be entitled to carry a firearm in the course of their employment and when required by their supervising authority.

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Where it stands

Current
Law and Public Safety Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 29, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee