Requires public referendum prior to issuance of general obligation bonds by local units.

Summary

The measure mandates that any municipality, county or other local government in New Jersey must hold a public referendum and obtain voter approval before issuing general‑obligation bonds. It directly impacts local entities that use these bonds to fund projects, adding a voter‑approval step to the borrowing process. The goal is to give residents a direct say in local debt decisions.

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