S 3704 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes New Jersey Dominican-American Commission.

S 3704 establishes the New Jersey Dominican-American Commission to advocate for the state's growing Dominican-American community, foster cultural engagement, and strengthen ties with the Dominican Republic. The commission, composed of 21 members (including 8 legislators appointed by chamber leaders and 13 community advocates appointed by the governor), will operate under the Department of State. It must submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature with recommendations on community needs, cultural initiatives, and policy issues. The bill directly affects Dominican-Americans by creating a formal body to address their concerns and promote their heritage through state-level advocacy.
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Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 2, 2026 Last action Mar 2, 2026
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Mar 2, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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