A 2545 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Exempts nonresident military spouses from "New Jersey First Act."

This bill amends New Jersey's residency requirement law (R.S.52:14-7) to explicitly exempt nonresident military spouses from the rule that typically requires state employees to live in New Jersey. It directly affects spouses of active-duty military members who have been transferred to New Jersey under service orders, are legally domiciled here, or moved permanently with their spouse's assignment. The key provision adds "nonresident military spouse" to the list of exempt categories, allowing these individuals to work in state government positions without needing to establish a New Jersey residence. The exemption applies to all state offices, employment, or positions covered by the residency requirement, aligning with the existing framework for other exemptions.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
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