"New Jersey Secretary of Commerce Act"; establishes Department of Commerce as principal department in Executive Branch of State government; makes an appropriation.

The New Jersey Secretary of Commerce Act establishes a new Department of Commerce as a principal department within the state's Executive Branch, creating the position of Secretary of Commerce. The Secretary, appointed by the Governor with Senate consent, will serve as the state's chief economic advisor, coordinating statewide efforts to promote business growth, job creation, and innovation. The Department will centralize economic development functions previously spread across multiple agencies, acting as the primary liaison for businesses and streamlining state coordination. This bill directly affects state government operations and the business community by providing a dedicated agency for economic development.