Day: November 18, 2015

Bill Would Allow NJ Municipalities to Impose Police and Fire Residency Requirements

Bill Would Allow NJ Municipalities to Impose Police and Fire Residency Requirements

A proposed bill would allow New Jersey municipalities to adopt ordinances requiring police officers and firefighters to satisfy a minimum residency requirement. The legislation is currently awaiting Gov. Chris Christie’s signature. In 2012, the State of New Jersey passed a residency requirement for all public employees. The proposed measure would give