The bill establishes the New Jersey Forensic Science Planning Commission, which will be responsible for making recommendations to create a permanent New Jersey Forensic Science Commission. This planning commission will consist of 23 members, including key figures such as the Director of the Division of Criminal Justice, the Chief State Medical Examiner, and representatives from various sectors including law enforcement, academia, and advocacy groups. The commission is tasked with studying the current state of forensic science in New Jersey and determining the necessary elements for establishing the permanent commission, which will oversee forensic science practices statewide.

Within 22 months of its formation, the planning commission is required to produce a report with recommendations that outline the jurisdiction, responsibilities, membership structure, funding needs, and operational costs of the proposed permanent commission. These recommendations will be made available for public comment for 30 days before being finalized and submitted to the Governor and the Legislature. The planning commission will dissolve upon the submission of this report, marking the transition to the establishment of the permanent commission aimed at enhancing the field of forensic science in New Jersey.