S.3759

Ensures persons interested in filling certain vacancies in nominations for public office have access to certain information and to legal representation throughout selection process.

Introduced·3/5/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S3759 ensures transparency and fairness in the process for filling vacancies in nominations for public office.

New Jersey S3759 amends the process for filling vacancies in nominations for public office. It mandates that county committees maintain an official list of members with accurate contact information, accessible to the public and provided to interested candidates. The bill requires committees to notify members of selection meetings within seven days and allows interested candidates to seek legal representation. It extends the timeframe for municipal clerks to certify lists of committee members and requires contested votes to be conducted by secret ballot, in accordance with ethical standards.

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Where it stands

Current
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 5

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee