Requires commencement of State Police recruit training class at least once every six months; establishes recruitment program.
This bill requires New Jersey's State Police Superintendent to start recruit training at least once every six months and set annual recruitment goals based on funding and projected staff turnover. It mandates a diversity-focused recruitment program with specific targets for hiring women and minorities, using strategies like outreach in low-income communities, partnerships with local organizations, and social media advertising. The program must be evaluated annually to ensure progress toward diversity goals. The bill directly affects State Police recruitment efforts and aims to better reflect the communities they serve.
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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 in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
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Britnee Timberlake
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