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A 4655

Designates officers and members of a fire investigation unit as peace officers in Franklin county

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Billy Jones

Overview: A 4655, Designates officers and members of a fire investigation unit as peace officers in Franklin county, ENACTING CLAUSE STRICKEN, June 25, 2024Purpose and Intent: This

ENACTING CLAUSE STRICKEN
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Bill Summary · A 4655

Overview: A 4655, Designates officers and members of a fire investigation unit as peace officers in Franklin county, ENACTING CLAUSE STRICKEN, June 25, 2024

Purpose and Intent: This bill seeks to designate officers and members of a fire investigation unit in Franklin County, New Jersey as peace officers. The intent is to grant these individuals the necessary authority and legal powers to effectively investigate and respond to incidents of fire-related crimes and emergencies.

Key Provisions:
- Designates officers and members of the Franklin County fire investigation unit as peace officers
- Grants these individuals the same powers and responsibilities as other peace officers in the state, including the ability to make arrests, execute warrants, and carry firearms

Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily affect the officers and members of the Franklin County fire investigation unit, as it would expand their legal authority and responsibilities. Additionally, the residents of Franklin County may benefit from the enhanced investigative capabilities of the fire investigation unit in addressing fire-related incidents and crimes.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been introduced in the New Jersey Assembly, but the enacting clause has been stricken. This means that the bill has been effectively killed or withdrawn from further consideration. The reasons for this action are not clear from the available information, but it suggests that the bill did not garner sufficient support or was deemed unnecessary or inappropriate by the legislative body.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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