Requires Division of Consumer Affairs to hire staff to alleviate professional license application backlog; appropriates $10,000,000 in fiscal years 2026, 2027, and 2028.*

This bill requires New Jersey's Division of Consumer Affairs to hire additional staff to reduce backlogs in processing professional license applications and renewals. It appropriates $10 million annually for fiscal years 2024, 2025, and 2026 specifically for this purpose. The funding directly affects licensed professionals (such as doctors, engineers, and contractors) who face delays in obtaining or renewing their licenses. The bill mandates annual reports tracking hiring numbers, backlog reductions, and spending details to ensure accountability. This is a concrete funding measure aimed at improving license processing efficiency.