Provides for public comment period at certain sessions of each house of the Legislature.
This bill requires New Jersey's Senate and General Assembly to each hold at least four public comment sessions per year during legislative sessions. It mandates that each house establish clear rules for these sessions, including time limits per speaker, speaker limits, and procedures to maintain order. The bill expands existing public comment requirements (currently only applying to municipal governments and school boards) to cover state legislative sessions. This change directly affects residents who wish to address state lawmakers on policy issues during designated times. The policy creates a structured, regular opportunity for public input into the legislative process.
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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