N.J. Stat. Ann. § 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-40
Equal employment opportunities for veterans
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2. Each public works contract shall contain appropriate provisions in which contractors, subcontractors, or their assignees shall guarantee an equal employment opportunity to veterans. If any veteran believes any contractor of the State has failed to comply or refuses to comply with the provisions of the contractor's contract relating to the employment of veterans, such veteran may file a complaint with the State Treasurer, who shall promptly investigate such complaint and take appropriate action. L.1983, c.197, s.2; amended 2017, c.184, s.6.
Under N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-40, every public works contract in New Jersey must include provisions requiring contractors, subcontractors, and their assignees to guarantee equal employment opportunity for veterans. The law also establishes a complaint mechanism: any veteran who believes a state contractor has failed or refused to comply with these employment provisions may file a complaint with the State Treasurer, who is then required to investigate and take appropriate action.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Although N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-40 is primarily an employment-equity statute rather than a landlord-tenant regulation, property owners or managers who hold public works contracts with the State of New Jersey are subject to its requirements. Compliant operators generally ensure that their contracts and those of any subcontractors or assignees include explicit equal-employment-opportunity guarantees for veterans, and they maintain practices and documentation that demonstrate adherence to those contractual provisions.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-40 is directed at veterans' employment rights in the context of public works contracting rather than residential tenancy, but veterans who believe a state contractor has failed to honor the equal-employment-opportunity provisions of its contract have a defined path under this statute. Such a veteran may file a formal complaint directly with the New Jersey State Treasurer, who is obligated to investigate promptly and take appropriate action. Veterans seeking guidance on how to document or pursue such a complaint may also wish to consult a tenant-rights or workers'-rights organization familiar with New Jersey law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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