New Jersey S4258: Superintendent of State Police-hold rank of Colonel of State Police

What the bill says

An Act concerning the Superintendent of State Police, amending R.S.53:1-2, and supplementing P.L.1965, c.89 (C.53:5A-1 et seq.).

From the amended text, October 22, 2026:

An Act concerning the Superintendent of State Police, amending R.S.53:1-2, and supplementing P.L.1965, c.89 (C.53:5A-1 et seq.). Be It Enacted by the Senate and General Assembly of the State of New Jersey: 1. R.S.53:1-2 is amended to read as follows: 53:1-2. [ADDED: a.] The Superintendent of State Police, hereinafter referred to as the superintendent, shall be appointed by the Governor, with the advice and consent of the Senate, shall serve during the term of office of the Governor appointing [him] [ADDED: the superintendent] and until the superintendent's successor is appointed and has qualified and shall be removable by the Governor after charges have been preferred and a hearing granted. [ADDED: b.] 2[ [ADDED: The] ] [ADDED: Upon confirmation by the Senate, the] 2 [ADDED: superintendent shall hold the uniformed rank of Colonel of the State Police and be entitled to wear the corresponding uniform. The superintendent shall be granted all privileges and shall have all powers conferred upon members of the State Police pursuant to current law, including those set forth in R.S.53:2-1. ] [ADDED: c. In order to hold the rank of colonel, the superintendent shall ] 1[ [ADDED: complete, update, or renew any] ] [ADDED: be a graduate of the] 1 [ADDED: New Jersey State Police Academy] 1[ [ADDED: basic police officer certification required to hold the position …

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Sponsors

• Linda R. Greenstein (D, 14) · primary sponsor
• Nicholas P. Scutari (D, 22) · primary sponsor
• Patrick J. Diegnan, Jr. (D, 18)
• Vin Gopal (D, 11)
• Owen Henry (R, 12)
• Paul A. Sarlo (D, 36)

Latest actions

1. October 22, 2026: SA 2RS (Voice) (Ruiz)
2. June 4, 2026: REP 2RS
3. May 21, 2026: REF SBA
4. May 21, 2026: REP/SCA 2RS
5. May 14, 2026: INT 1RS REF SSG

Votes

• Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee: Reported favorably (June 4, 2026): 11 yea, 1 nay, passed
• Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee: Reported with committee amendments (Sca) (May 21, 2026): 5 yea, 0 nay, passed

Common questions

What is S4258?

S4258 is a bill in the New Jersey Legislature (2026-2027 Regular Session): Superintendent of State Police-hold rank of Colonel of State Police.

What does S4258 do?

In its own words: An Act concerning the Superintendent of State Police, amending R.S.53:1-2, and supplementing P.L.1965, c.89 (C.53:5A-1 et seq.).

What is the status of S4258?

Introduced as of October 22, 2026. Latest action: SA 2RS (Voice) (Ruiz) (October 22, 2026).

Who sponsored S4258?

Linda R. Greenstein (D, 14), with 5 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for S4258?

On the New Jersey Legislature website: https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S4258