Originally published by the New Jersey State Legislature (Bill A-3598) here. Republished by Jeffery Hark To download the official document in PDF form, click here. ASSEMBLY, No. 3598 STATE OF NEW JERSEY 215th LEGISLATURE INTRODUCED DECEMBER 13, 2012 Sponsored by: Assemblyman REED GUSCIORA District 15 (Hunterdon and Mercer) Assemblyman JON M. BRAMNICK District 21 (Morris,…
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