New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S3218

Introduced

10/17/22

Refer

10/17/22

Caption

Supplemental appropriation of $3,959,128 to DOC and Juvenile Justice Commission for eight percent sergeants' salary increase.

Impact

The supplemental appropriation directly influences the fiscal year 2023 budget and aims to rectify the compensation structure for sergeants in the DOC and JJC. By addressing the salary disparities, the bill seeks to ensure fair compensation among correctional officers and their sergeant counterparts, promoting equity within the ranks of those responsible for public safety. The proposed measure underscores the importance of maintaining competitive salaries to retain qualified personnel within the correctional system.

Summary

Bill S3218, introduced in New Jersey, proposes a supplemental appropriation of $3,959,128 intended for the Department of Corrections (DOC) and the Juvenile Justice Commission (JJC). The primary purpose of this funding is to implement an eight percent salary increase for sergeants within both departments. This increase is meant to address an issue of salary compression that arose from previous legislation which significantly adjusted the starting salaries for state correctional officers, thereby creating pay disparities with sergeants in these departments.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward in addressing salary issues, it may encounter debate regarding budget priorities and the allocation of funds. Critics may question whether the appropriation of nearly $4 million is the best use of state resources, especially in the context of broader fiscal challenges. Additionally, there may be discussions on how this bill aligns with other attempts to reform corrections and juvenile justice practices, particularly in light of public safety initiatives and reform of the justice system.

Latest NJ S3218 Activity

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Companion Bills

NJ A4817

Same As Supplemental appropriation of $3,959,128 to DOC and Juvenile Justice Commission for eight percent sergeants' salary increase.

Previously Filed As

AZ SB1314

appropriations; criminal justice; salary increases

AZ SB1061

Appropriations; criminal justice; salary increases

NJ A3582

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.5 million to Election Law Enforcement Commission in DLPS for enforcement and staffing activities.

NJ S2344

Makes FY2024 supplemental appropriation of $750,000 providing for additional attorneys dedicated to juvenile matters.

NJ A1393

Makes FY2024 supplemental appropriation of $750,000 providing for additional attorneys dedicated to juvenile matters.

NJ A2157

Supplemental appropriation of $3.6 million to DHS to increase adult medical day care Medicaid per diem rate from $89.55 to $93.10.

MS SB2479

Criminal investigators; increase salaries and salary supplements of.

NJ A4250

Makes supplemental appropriation of $2,500,000 to Salvation and Social Justice for "Return and Restore" Program.

NJ A1753

Directs Juvenile Justice Commission to establish arts education pilot program for juvenile offenders.

NJ A4390

Makes $20.2 million supplemental appropriation for increased nonpublic school security aid; modifies budget language to increase per pupil amount.

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