This bill amends the membership requirements for the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA) by stipulating that at least three of the six public members appointed by the Governor must be residents of Atlantic County. Currently, there is no residency requirement for these members, which has raised concerns about the alignment of the CRDA's priorities with the needs of the local community. The bill aims to enhance local representation on the board, ensuring that the interests of Atlantic County residents are adequately considered in the authority's decision-making processes.

The new legal language inserted into the current law specifies that this residency requirement will apply to appointments made after the bill's effective date, but it will not necessitate the removal or replacement of current members before their terms expire. This change is intended to strengthen the connection between the CRDA and the Atlantic County community while maintaining the existing structure and terms of the board's membership.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 5:12-153