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Senate committee releases Aaron Binder after treasurer hearing where nominees faced tough budget questions
Summary
Aaron Binder, nominated to be New Jersey state treasurer, told the Senate Judiciary Committee he will pursue spending reductions, technology fixes for constituent payments and better grant oversight amid a multibillion‑dollar structural shortfall. The committee released his nomination by roll call.
Aaron Binder, Gov. Sherrill’s nominee for state treasurer, told the Senate Judiciary Committee he understands the state’s fiscal challenges and will focus on responsible budgeting, pension and debt management and customer‑facing improvements at Treasury.
Binder described Treasury as New Jersey’s fiscal steward and said the administration will pursue an affordability agenda while avoiding tax increases where possible. He highlighted efforts to improve constituent servicing for direct payments (referred to in committee as the “anchor” program), saying Treasury is investing in technology, mobile outreach and interim solutions while a…
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