In February 2025, New Jersey lawmakers introduced Assembly Joint Resolution 213 (AJR213) to create an independent Delegation on Government Efficiency (DOGE). This bipartisan initiative aims to cut state spending and streamline government operations. The proposed delegation would include public members with expertise in auditing and large-scale management, operating independently to collect public input and issue a final efficiency report within 20 months. With New Jersey facing a multi-billion-dollar budget deficit, this initiative seeks to ensure fiscal responsibility while maintaining essential services, such as pension obligations and property tax relief. The resolution underscores New Jersey's commitment to enhancing governmental efficiency through collaborative and transparent efforts. (statecapitallobbyist.com)