This bill amends the New Jersey First Act by exempting nonresident military spouses from the residency requirement that mandates public employees to have their principal residence in New Jersey. The new legal language specifies that a "nonresident military spouse" is defined as a nonresident who is married to an active duty member of the Armed Forces and has either been transferred to New Jersey due to the member's service, is legally domiciled in the state, or has moved there on a permanent change-of-station basis.

The bill aims to facilitate the employment of military spouses in New Jersey by removing barriers related to residency, thereby acknowledging the unique circumstances faced by families in the military. This change is intended to support the integration of military families into the community while ensuring that the state's workforce remains diverse and capable. The act will take effect immediately upon passage.