Permits exemption from certain civil service examinations for person with disability.
This bill allows people with disabilities to request an exemption from civil service examinations when applying for state jobs in New Jersey. To qualify, applicants must provide proof of disability through a medical professional's letter or certification from specific programs like Social Security Disability Insurance or vocational rehabilitation services. The Civil Service Commission must approve exemptions if the applicant can perform the job duties, and all disability records are kept confidential except for administrative or statistical use. The bill aims to improve access to state employment for qualified individuals with disabilities by removing unnecessary exam barriers.
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Jan 9, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
upper
2 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Jim Beach
DDemocratic
P
Kristin Corrado
RRepublican
Co
Patrick Diegnan
DDemocratic
Co
Tony Bucco
RRepublican
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