S 1811 New Jersey Senate · 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 exempt nonresident military spouses from the rule that state employees must maintain a principal residence in New Jersey. Specifically, it adds a new exemption for spouses of active-duty military members who have been transferred to New Jersey, are legally domiciled there, or moved there permanently for their spouse's service. The exemption applies to all state offices, employment, or positions covered by the residency requirement, removing a barrier for military families relocating due to service. The law does not change other existing exemptions or create new programs - it simply expands the list of eligible exemptions under current state employment rules.
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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 in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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