S.545

Imposes daily fine of $250 upon each member of Legislature during state of emergency due to failure to enact annual appropriations law.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

Fines legislators $250 daily during state emergencies for not passing budget.

New Jersey S545 imposes a daily fine of $250 on each member of the Legislature during a state of emergency if the annual appropriations law is not enacted. The fine is to be paid to the State Treasurer for deposit into the State General Fund. This act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

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Where it stands

Current
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

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