New Jersey § 48:2-1
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 48:2-1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48:2-1.
a. The Board of Public Utilities, named pursuant to Reorganization Plan No. 001-1994,
effective on July 4, 1994, and allocated in, but not of, the Department of the Treasury
pursuant to that plan, is continued and is designated as the Board of Public Utilities
or the “board.” b. The board shall consist of five citizens of this State who shall devote their entire time to the duties of the board
and shall not engage in any occupation, profession or other gainful employment. c. Members of the board shall be appointed by the Governor , with the advice and consent of the Senate, for terms of six years. The terms of office of the members of the board shall continue until their successors
are appointed and qualified. No person shall act as a member of the board until that person's appointment has been confirmed by the Senate. Not more than three of the members of the board shall be members of the same political party. All vacancies, except through the expiration of term, shall be filled for the unexpired
term only.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 48:2-1
What does New Jersey Statutes § 48:2-1 cover?
Section 48:2-1 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 48:2-1?
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