New Jersey S4472 mandates annual town hall meetings for state legislators to engage with constituents.
New Jersey S4472 requires members of the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly to hold at least two town hall meetings each year. At least one meeting must occur in the legislator's district. These meetings must be open to the public, conveniently located, and accessible to individuals with disabilities. Each meeting must allow at least one hour for legislators to receive comments and answer questions from the public, with joint meetings involving four or more legislators lasting at least two hours.
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