A 3982 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes New Jersey-Africa Commission.

This bill creates the New Jersey-Africa Commission to strengthen ties between New Jersey and African nations. The commission, with 21 members (including five state cabinet officials serving in their official roles and 16 public members appointed by legislative leaders and the governor), will organize into five committees focused on economic development, education, health, culture/tourism, and agriculture. It must report annually to the governor and legislature with recommendations for cultural, trade, governmental, and educational exchanges. The commission aims to facilitate direct connections between New Jersey businesses, institutions, and African counterparts, without making specific policy changes.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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