This bill mandates that the Civil Service Commission of New Jersey incorporate questions aimed at identifying implicit racial bias into the Civil Service Examination for entry-level law enforcement officers. The requirement applies to candidates seeking positions as municipal and county police officers, correctional police officers, and other law enforcement roles. The inclusion of these questions is intended to address and mitigate unconscious biases that may influence the decision-making and actions of law enforcement personnel.

The act will take effect on the first day of the fourth month following its enactment, although the Civil Service Commission is authorized to undertake any necessary administrative actions in advance to facilitate its implementation. By focusing on implicit bias, the bill aims to promote a more equitable and fair approach to law enforcement hiring practices in New Jersey.