N.J.S.A. 11A:7-12 Equal Employment Opportunity Advisory Commission
The Equal Employment Opportunity Advisory Commission shall consist of 11 members appointed by the Governor, at least six of whom shall be minorities, … Amended 1 time since 1986.
In plain language
Eleven members appointed by the Governor, and a majority requirement built into the statute: at least six must be minorities, women and persons with disabilities, with consideration given to representing each group appropriately. The remaining seats may go to State agency heads or their designees. Everyone must be a New Jersey resident, and terms are staggered. Putting the six-of-eleven floor in the statute rather than in a rule means the balance of the body cannot be changed administratively.
Written by the NJ Civil Service Navigator editorial team from the text of this section. The statute itself is below, unabridged.
Current through the close of the 221st Legislature (L. 2025, c. 346). What that means
Enacted by L. 1986, c. 112. Last amended by L. 2017, c. 131, effective July 21, 2017.
A New Jersey statute changes only when the Legislature amends it, so a section untouched since its last amendment is settled rather than out of date.
Reviewed as of July 28, 2026. Official text: njleg.state.nj.us.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Advisory Commission shall consist of 11 members appointed by the Governor, at least six of whom shall be minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. Consideration shall be given to appropriate representation of each group. The remaining members of the commission may be comprised of State agency heads or their designated representatives. All members of the commission shall be residents of the State. Members shall be appointed for staggered terms of four years. Each member shall hold office for the term of the appointment and until a successor is appointed. Members may not serve more than two consecutive terms. A vacancy in the membership of the commission shall be filled by appointment by the Governor for the remainder of the term. The commission shall meet at least quarterly to review implementation of this chapter. The Director of the Division of Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action shall serve as executive secretary.
Legislative history
Session laws, newest first
- L. 2017, c. 131, section 13Amended
effective July 21, 2017 - L. 1986, c. 112Enacted
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