This bill aims to reinforce the principle of separation of powers in New Jersey by explicitly prohibiting the State Legislature from having the sole authority to alter the conduct or outcome of any election. It emphasizes that all elections must be conducted in accordance with the roles designated to the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government as outlined in the New Jersey Constitution. The bill asserts that no single branch can exercise powers that are properly assigned to another branch, except where explicitly permitted by the Constitution.
By reaffirming these principles, the bill seeks to ensure that the processes surrounding elections are collaborative and involve the necessary checks and balances among the different branches of government. This is intended to prevent any potential overreach by the Legislature in matters related to elections, thereby maintaining the integrity and fairness of the electoral process in New Jersey. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.