Establishes "Local Governmental Process Activities Disclosure Act."
This bill requires local governments in New Jersey to disclose who attempts to influence local decisions. It mandates that lobbyists, organizations, and individuals seeking to affect local ordinances, regulations, or administrative processes must reveal their identity and the nature of their interest to local officials and the public. The law applies to all municipalities, counties, school districts, and authorities, covering activities like influencing council votes, rule changes, or government operations. The goal is to increase transparency about who shapes local government decisions.
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