New Jersey: Public Employees' Complaint Alleging Violations of Federal and State Constitutions

New Jersey - - - like Wisconsin and Florida amonsgt other states - - - has acted to limit public employee compensations and benefits.  And, as in Wisconsin and Florida, public employees have filed a lawsuit alleging constitutional infringements.

 

The bill S-2937/A-4133 is an extensive overhauling of the public employee pension and health care benefits of New Jersey employees.   Governor Christie promoted the bill and is expected to sign it.

 

The complaint, filed in federal court, alleges violations of both federal and state law.  Like the Florida complaint, it alleges impairments of the obligations of contracts, although it includes the federal provision, as well as a takings clause claim. There is also a federal tax claim.

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