Government
The League of Women Voters of New Jersey is seeking members who are interested in working on a statewide Government Committee. If interested, please contact the state office at kmbutch@lwvnj.org.
Citizen's Right to Know and Citizen Participation
The League of Women Voters of New Jersey believes that democratic government depends upon informed and active participation at all levels of government. The League further believes that governmental bodies must protect the citizen's right to know by giving adequate notice of proposed actions, holding open meetings and making public records accessible.
Martin O' Shea Open Public Records Act - Open Public Meetings Act
Testimony in Support of S.1451 - Open Public Meetings Act - March 5, 2012
Testimony in Support of S.1452 - Open Public Records Act - March 5, 2012
Testimony in Support of S.1352 - Open Public Records Act - January, 2011
Testimony in Support of S.1351 - Open Public Meetings Act - January, 2011
Voting Rights
The League of Women Voters of New Jersey believes that voting is a fundamental citizen right that must be guaranteed. Please visit the voter protection section of this site to learn more about the League of Women Voters of New Jersey's work protecting voting rights.
Campaign Finance
The League of Women Voters of New Jersey supports an open and accountable system including contribution and expenditure disclosure and limitations. The League supports a system of public and private funding.
ACTION ALERT FROM LWVUS: Fight Back Against Citizens United
Independent Commissions and Authorities
The League of Women Voters of New Jersey supports accountability, openness, and coordination in planning between commissions and authorities and oversight by the executive branch.
Lieutenant Governor
The League of Women Voters of New Jersey supports the office of Lieutenant Governor with defined responsibilities and succession for remainder of elected term.