N.J. Stat. Ann. § 40A:14-162

Chapter 56 of the laws of 1962 (C. 40:47-20.10 and C. 40:47-20.11) is saved from repeal. [The act saved from repeal by this section provided for the validation of certain appointments of members or officers of the municipal police department or force, and of their pension and retirement rights, notwithstanding the appointees were over the maximum age at the time of their appointments.]