New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill on Sept. 28 signed five bills, issued a conditional veto on one and absolutely vetoed two others. The signed measures include a law setting standards for electric vehicle charging equipment and the "corn masa fortification law."
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill on Sept. 28 signed five bills into law. The Governor's Office said she also issued a conditional veto on one bill and an absolute veto on two others.
Five Bills Signed
The governor signed a bill (S-3739/A-4530) establishing standards and procedures for electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). The "corn masa fortification law" (S-4193/A-5119), which requires corn masa flour to be fortified with nutrients, also became law.
Also signed were a bill (S-2962/A-2746) recognizing military service experience for education support staff, a bill (S-4420/A-5232) allowing regional rehabilitation centers to determine how county contributions are calculated, and a bill (S-4515/A-5350) permitting certain Rutgers University employees to hold additional jobs.
Three Bills Vetoed
A bill (S-4477/A-4535) dealing with inpatient mental health services in substance use treatment facilities received a conditional veto. A conditional veto returns a bill to the Legislature with requested amendments, and it can be taken up again if lawmakers accept the changes.
Two bills were absolutely vetoed: one on the distribution of open space preservation funds (S-4513/A-5348) and one on local government funding related to motor vehicles (S-4514/A-5347). Details of each bill and the reasons for the vetoes are available in the Governor's Office announcement (nj.gov/governor).