This bill amends R.S.52:14-7 to prohibit individuals serving as commissioners or heads of principal departments in the Executive Branch of State Government from holding any additional employment that necessitates spending the majority of their working hours outside of New Jersey or requires extended absences from the state. The bill introduces a new provision that allows these individuals to request an exemption from this restriction if the additional role aligns with their responsibilities as a commissioner or department head.

The bill also maintains existing residency requirements for state employees, ensuring that all individuals in specified positions must have their principal residence in New Jersey. The exemption process is overseen by a committee established to evaluate requests based on critical need or hardship, although the heads of principal departments are not eligible to request exemptions for other positions. This legislation aims to ensure that key state officials remain present and engaged within New Jersey while allowing for limited flexibility in their professional commitments.