Bringing New Jersey’s Financial Picture into Focus

June 3, 2025

A new law, initiated by the NJCPA and the New Jersey Business and Industry Association, requires the state auditor to provide a plain-language summary of New Jersey’s full financial picture — well beyond what’s included in the annual budget. Former state treasurer David Rousseau joins us to discuss what’s included in the new report and how New Jersey compares to surrounding states.

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Jeffrey Kaszerman

Jeffrey Kaszerman

Jeff Kaszerman is the vice president of Government Relations for the NJCPA and can be reached at jkaszerman@njcpa.org.

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R. David Rousseau

R. David Rousseau

David Rousseau is the vice president of the New Jersey Association of Independent Colleges and Universities. He served as state treasurer for Governor Jon Corzine.

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