New Jersey § 52:1-1
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 52:1-1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 52:1-1.
Whenever, due to an emergency or the anticipated effects of such emergency , it becomes imprudent, inexpedient or impossible to conduct the affairs of State
Government at the normal location of the seat thereof in the city of Trenton in the
county of Mercer, the Governor shall, as often as the exigencies of the situation
require, by proclamation, declare an emergency temporary location, or locations, for
the seat of Government at such place, or places, within or without this State as he
may deem advisable under the circumstances, and shall take such action and issue such
orders as may be necessary for an orderly transition of the affairs of State Government
to such emergency temporary location, or locations. Such emergency temporary location, or locations, shall remain as the seat of Government
until the Legislature shall by law establish a new location, or locations, or until
the emergency is declared to be ended by the Governor and the seat of Government is
returned to its normal location.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 52:1-1
What does New Jersey Statutes § 52:1-1 cover?
Section 52:1-1 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.
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