How to Make Your Voice Heard on Protecting the NJ Comptroller’s Independence

S4924 is scheduled for a hearing on Monday, December 1 before the Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism and Historic Preservation Committee.

NJ21st strongly opposes this bill because it compromises the independence of the Office of the State Comptroller. In recent years, OSC investigations and audits have played a crucial role in holding public institutions accountable, including police departments, municipal governments, county agencies, and other public entities. The Comptroller is one of the few oversight bodies in New Jersey that operates with statutory independence, and weakening that independence has direct consequences for public accountability.

S4924 would restructure the investigative authority of the Office of the State Comptroller in a way that reduces its ability to initiate and conduct independent investigations. 

Residents who wish to oppose S4924 can participate in several ways. Written comments are entered into the official record when submitted through the designated legislative channels. In-person attendance is also permitted, and residents may either testify or submit a written “position only” statement at the hearing.

NJ21st is providing an online submission form to make participation easier. All statements submitted through the form will be forwarded to the Legislature for inclusion in the public record.

Link to S4924

Open Letter to NJ State Senator Nicholas Scutari Requesting the Immediate Withdrawal of S-4924