This bill establishes new quorum standards for professional licensing entities in New Jersey, allowing a majority of members present at a meeting to constitute a quorum specifically for processing applications for licensure that do not require legal review due to adverse information from criminal history background checks. This provision applies in situations where, after a 90-day period, the entity is either unable to achieve a quorum due to vacancies or can only achieve a quorum if all current members are present. Notably, it includes provisions for meetings where only the chair is present.

The bill aims to streamline the licensure process by ensuring that professional boards, committees, or other designated entities can continue to function and process applications even when facing challenges in achieving a full quorum. This change is intended to enhance efficiency within the Division of Consumer Affairs and other state agencies overseeing these entities, thereby facilitating timely licensure for applicants.