S 4595 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Establishes Office of State Police Affairs in but not of Department of Treasury.

This bill establishes the Office of State Police Affairs (OSPA), an independent office within the Department of Treasury (though not under its control), to oversee the Division of State Police. OSPA will investigate misconduct and criminal complaints against state police officers, require the State Police Superintendent to report regularly to OSPA, and review internal investigations to ensure compliance with procedures and appropriate discipline. The office will also oversee officer appointments, promotions, and conduct exit interviews, submitting annual reports to the Governor and Legislature on recruitment and hiring practices. OSPA has authority to subpoena witnesses and documents, and must coordinate with other oversight bodies like the State Auditor and State Commission of Investigation.
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Introduced Jun 9, 2025 Last action Jun 9, 2025
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
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