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Oroho Bill that Would Increase Financial Transparency Clears Senate

Press ReleaseJune 27, 20230111 views

New Jerseyans may soon have access to a user-friendly report that summarizes the contents of the NJ Annual Financial Report thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Steven Oroho and approved today by the NJ Senate.

Senate Advances Pennacchio Bill Establishing “Atomic Veterans Day” in New Jersey

Press ReleaseJune 27, 20230261 views

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Joe Pennacchio designating July 16 of each year as Atomic Veterans Day was approved today by the New Jersey Senate.

Senate Approves Singer Bill Easing Restrictions for Debt Adjusters

Press ReleaseJune 27, 20230133 views

For-profit debt adjusters may soon be eligible to conduct business in New Jersey thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer and approved today by the New Jersey Senate.

Republican Budget Committee Members Call for Release of FY 2024 State Budget Plan that Will Be Voted on Tomorrow

Press ReleaseJune 27, 20230241 views

The Republican members of the Senate Budget Committee called on Gov. Murphy and legislative Democrats to release the FY 2024 State Budget and explain the dozens of other bills that the Budget Committee will be called to vote upon tomorrow.

Senate Republicans Release FY 2024 Budget Resolutions

Press ReleaseJune 27, 20230290 views

The Republican members of the New Jersey Senate released their budget resolutions today which include proposed changes to Governor Phil Murphy’s FY 2024 State Budget proposal.

Bucco: Kids Do Best When Parents & Teachers Work Together to Support Them

Press ReleaseJune 23, 20230131 views

Sen. Anthony M. Bucco responded to complaints filed yesterday by Attorney General Matt Platkin against the Middletown, Marlboro, and Manalapan school districts over new parental notification policies they adopted this week.

Democrats Block Republican Efforts to Lower Energy Bills, Ensure Parental Rights in Education

Press ReleaseJune 22, 20230291 views

New Jersey Senate Democrats blocked Republican efforts to advance legislation that would lower energy bills and ensure parental rights in education at the Senate session on June 20.

Pennacchio: Trenton Democrats Sound Cartoonish with Promises of StayNJ Tax Relief in 2026

Press ReleaseJune 22, 20230170 views

Sen. Joe Pennacchio said Trenton Democrats sound cartoonish with promises that they’ll deliver on their big property tax relief plan starting in 2026.

O’Scanlon: Democrat Bill Tells Kids “Don’t Drink, Smoke Pot Instead”

Press ReleaseJune 22, 20230336 views

Sen. Declan O’Scanlon said legislation being advanced by Trenton Democrats to address concerns about teen rowdiness caused by juvenile justice reforms and cannabis legalization will send kids the wrong message about drug use.

O’Scanlon Bill Prioritizing School Funding Advances

Press ReleaseJune 21, 20230212 views

Sen. Declan O’Scanlon’s bill that exempts certain school districts from state aid cuts was approved by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.

Senate Clears O’Scanlon Bill to Help Crime Victims

Press ReleaseJune 21, 20230138 views

The New Jersey Senate passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Declan O’Scanlon that would unify services for crime victims within the newly created Division of Violence Intervention and Victim Assistance (VIVA).

Senate Clears Bucco Bill Enhancing Punishments for Auto Theft Crimes

Press ReleaseJune 21, 20230221 views

Sen. Bucco’s bill that targets auto theft trafficking networks and expands penalties for offenders was advanced by the New Jersey Senate.

Senate Clears Corrado Bill Protecting Newborn Babies

Press ReleaseJune 21, 20230370 views

The New Jersey Senate passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that protects the lives of newborn babies.

Senate Clears Singer Bill That Promotes Innovation Through Expanded Grant Opportunities

Press ReleaseJune 21, 20230138 views

Sen. Robert Singer’s bill that would expand certain grant opportunities for individuals employed at state colleges and universities was approved by the New Jersey Senate.

Bucco Welcomes “WITH Grace Initiative” to State House for Pediatric Cancer Advocacy Day

Press ReleaseJune 21, 20230162 views

Sen. Anthony M. Bucco welcomed Grace Eline and the ‘With Grace Initiative’ to the New Jersey State House for Pediatric Cancer Advocacy Day.

Senate Clears Singer Bill that Would Increase Aid for Adult Day Care Services

Press ReleaseJune 21, 20230289 views

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would increase the adult day care Medicaid per diem rate was approved today by the New Jersey Senate.

Senate Approves Corrado Measure that Would Cut Government Red Tape for Surviving Spouses

Press ReleaseJune 21, 20230150 views

The New Jersey Senate approved legislation today sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that allows the surviving spouse of a decedent to use their motor vehicle until the vehicle registration expires.

Senate Advances Singer Bill Boosting Services for Adult Day Care Centers

Press ReleaseJune 21, 20230141 views

Adult day care centers may soon accommodate the religious dietary needs of individuals thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer and approved today by the New Jersey Senate.

Polistina Bill Expanding PFRS and SPRS Beneficiaries Clears Budget Committee

Press ReleaseJune 21, 20230136 views

Sen. Vince Polistina’s bill expanding the eligibility of surviving children to receive pension benefits from deceased members of the SPRS and the PFRS was approved by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.

Bucco: Murphy Refuses to Discuss Extreme Costs & Future Mandates as His Green Energy Plan Advances

Press ReleaseJune 17, 20230210 views

Sen. Anthony M. Bucco said Gov. Phil Murphy continues to refuse to discuss the huge costs and State mandates likely coming down the pike as he plows forward with his plans to fully electrify New Jersey.

Bucco, Polistina & Testa: Feds are Taking Whale Deaths Seriously While Murphy Administration Dawdles

Press ReleaseJune 16, 20230195 views

Sen. Anthony M. Bucco, Sen. Vince Polistina, and Sen. Michael Testa said they are glad the GAO has opened an investigation into the impact of offshore wind development on whale deaths along the Jersey Shore.

Singer Bill Banning The Sale of Menthol Cigarettes Advances

Press ReleaseJune 16, 20230163 views

Sen. Robert Singer’s bill that would ban the sale of menthol-flavored cigarettes was approved by the Senate Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizen Committee.

Schepisi Bill that Raises Awareness for Victims of Fentanyl Poisoning Advances

Press ReleaseJune 16, 20230167 views

Sen. Holly Schepisi’s bill that would designate July 14th of each year as Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Day was approved by the Senate Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizens Committee.

Singer Bill Establishing Pilot Program for Individuals with Disabilities Clears Committee

Press ReleaseJune 16, 20230134 views

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would create a one-year pilot program for individuals with disabilities to address social and community inclusion needs was approved today in committee.

O’Scanlon Introduces Legislation to Crackdown on Underage Alcohol and Cannabis Use

Press ReleaseJune 15, 20230310 views

Sen. O’Scanlon introduced a bill that would reinstate penalties for underage possession and consumption of alcohol and cannabis.