Expands eligibility for veterans' civil service preference; creates additional preference benefits.

This bill expands New Jersey's civil service hiring preferences for veterans who qualify under federal standards but not state rules. It would add 5 points to exam scores for veterans meeting federal veteran criteria (e.g., service in specific conflicts like Gulf War or Global War on Terrorism), and 10 points for disabled veterans with federal service-connected disabilities or benefits. To qualify, applicants must have an honorable discharge (excluding National Guard training) and meet federal service period requirements. The changes would apply to civil service exams taken after July 1 following enactment, pending a constitutional amendment for disabled veterans not serving in wartime.