Proposes constitutional amendment to broaden powers of the Council on Local Mandates.

ACR 48 proposes a constitutional amendment to expand the Council on Local Mandates' authority in New Jersey. The bill would allow the Council to review *all* existing state laws, rules, and regulations (not just those enacted after 1996) to identify unfunded mandates - state requirements forcing school districts, counties, and municipalities to spend money without providing funds. It would also empower the Council to examine pending bills before the Legislature to flag potential unfunded mandates. The Council would then recommend eliminating or modifying these mandates to the Legislature. This change aims to give local governments greater input on state-imposed financial obligations.