Press Release: Rosalie Johnson, Responsive Government Fellow, Nominated by Gov.-elect Sherrill to Lead NJ Motor Vehicle Commission
Johnson provided state motor vehicle agencies with deep implementation guidance, support, and expertise in her role with Institute for Responsive Government
CHICAGO — On Monday, Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill nominated Rosalie Johnson to the position of Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission.
As a Fellow with the Institute for Responsive Government, Rosalie provided state motor vehicle agencies with deep implementation guidance and support, based upon years of earned expertise. She previously worked for the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles, where she served as their Senior Deputy Director. In this role, she led the implementation of Colorado’s best-in-class automatic voter registration system, its Mobile ID program, and partnerships with the Department of Corrections to issue IDs to returning individuals.
“Placing Rosalie Johnson at the head of the Motor Vehicle Commission is a major win for the people of New Jersey,” said Sam Oliker-Friedland, Chief Executive Officer of the Institute for Responsive Government. “Johnson is a true leader in her field and has the practical, innovative expertise that will drive smart advancements and directly improve the interactions of millions of New Jersey residents with this critical department. We were honored to have her as a part of our team and can’t wait to see everything she’ll accomplish in her new role.”
With her appointment, Gov.-elect Sherrill stated: “I promised a different kind of leadership in Trenton, focused on results, and I am so excited to welcome Rosalie Johnson to the Garden State to help save New Jerseyans time and money at the MVC. Right now, it’s just too hard for New Jerseyans to get what they need from the Motor Vehicle Commission, whether that’s a REAL ID appointment, a vehicle inspection, or a business license for an auto body shop. Rosalie brings a wide breath of experience in streamlining motor vehicle agency operations, improving roadway safety, and ID distribution that will help ensure New Jerseyans can get what they need from the MVC while keeping our roadways safe.”
To speak further about Johnson’s nomination and other recent progress made on elections and government administration in New Jersey, please contact dan@responsivegov.org.
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