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Bucco Introduces OPRA Reform Bill to Counter the Exploitation of Young New Jerseyans

Today, Sen. Tony Bucco introduced a bill to protect New Jerseyans from bad-faith OPRA requests involving young individuals who are subjects of body-worn camera (BWC) footage under certain circumstances.…

Senate Clears Singer Bill to Protect New Jerseyans from Predatory Contractors

Sen. Robert Singer's bill that would establish a professional board to regulate home improvement and home elevation contractors was approved by the New Jersey Senate.…

Senate Clears Stanfield Bill Revising Farmland Appraisal Process

Sen. Jean Stanfield's bill that would help preserve more farmland in New Jersey was passed by the New Jersey Senate.…

Senate Approves Bucco Bill to Require Pothole Data in Annual DOT Report

Sen. Anthony M. Bucco's bill that would require the Department of Transportation (DOT) to begin providing information about potholes in their annual report to the Legislature was passed by the New Jersey…

Durr Resolution that Would Designate First Week of May as “Composting Awareness Week” Advances

A joint resolution sponsored by Sen. Ed Durr that would designate the first week of May of each year as “Composting Awareness Week” was approved today by the New Jersey Senate.…

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Senate Approves Bucco Bill that Would Help Economically Disadvantaged College Students

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tony Bucco that would help economically disadvantaged college students buy groceries through the federal SNAP Program was advanced today by the New Jersey Senate.…

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Corrado Bill Improving Road Safety for Individuals with Disabilities Clears Senate

The New Jersey Senate approved legislation today sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that would allow individuals diagnosed with a communication disability to indicate that status on their driver’s license.…

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Durr Calls for Pause in Surveying for Wind Farms as More Dead Whales Wash Ashore

Sen. Ed Durr joined a growing chorus of state and federal lawmakers in calling for a pause in wind farm development activities as more dead whales continue to wash ashore.…

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VIDEO: Bramnick Bill Would Protect More Victims from Stalkers and Harassment

Many people who are being stalked or repeatedly harassed can't get restraining orders under current New Jersey law. Sen. Jon Bramnick is sponsoring a bill that would make it easier for more…

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Testa: Unconstitutional Gun Laws Passed by Trenton Democrats “Falling Like Dominos” in Federal Court

Sen. Michael Testa said the unconstitutional guns laws passed by Trenton Democrats are 'falling like dominos' after another was blocked in federal court, the second this week.…

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Bucco: Murphy’s Extreme Green Energy Plan Could Cost New Jerseyans $1.4 Trillion

Sen. Anthony Bucco said it could cost New Jerseyans a whopping $1.4 trillion to implement Gov. Phil Murphy's Energy Master Plan, according to a new estimate.…

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Durr Says It’s Clear Democrats’ New Gun Law Will Be Struck Down After Another Court Loss

Sen. Ed Durr responded after a federal judge blocked the enforcement of additional sections of a new law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy that establishes unconstitutional restrictions on the concealed carry of…

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Governor Signs Corrado Bill Improving Safety of Roads and Public Transit for People with Disabilities

Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities may soon be able to enjoy safer, more mobility friendly streets thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado and signed into law today by Gov.…

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O’Scanlon Statement on Oroho’s Decision to Not Seek Re-election

Statement from Sen. Declan O'Scanlon on Sen. Steven Oroho’s decision not to seek re-election.…

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O’Scanlon Bill to Help Crime Victims Clears Law & Public Safety Committee

Sen. O'Scanlon's bill that codifies the establishment of the VIVA Division within the Department of Law and Public Safety to unify services for crime victims in New Jersey was approved by the…

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Stanfield Legislation Supporting Victims of Human Trafficking Advances Through Committee

Sen. Jean Stanfield's bill instructing the Attorney General's Office to provide additional support and outreach to victims of human trafficking has passed the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee.…

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Stanfield Legislation Requiring BPU to Open Electrical Grid to New Energy Sources Advances

Sen. Jean Stanfield's bill requiring the BPU to find solutions that would allow additional energy sources to connect to the electrical grid was approved by the Senate Environment and Energy Committee.…

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Bucco Comments on Oroho’s Decision to Not Run Again

Statement from Sen. Anthony Bucco on Sen. Steven Oroho's decision not to seek re-election.…

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Committee Clears Stanfield/Bucco Resolution Designating April 14 as “Military Child Appreciation Day”

Legislation sponsored by Sens. Jean Stanfield and Anthony Bucco designating April 14 of each year as “Military Child Appreciation Day” was approved today by the Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee.…

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Committee Approves Corrado Bill Honoring Deceased Veterans

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that would require funeral directors to report possession of unclaimed veteran cremains was advanced today by the Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee.…

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Singer Bill that Would Increase Career Opportunities for Military Spouses Advances

Sen. Robert Singer's legislation that would waive occupational licensing fees for active-duty military spouses was approved today by the Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee.…

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Shore News Network rated more credible than CNN, Fox News, NY Post, MSNBC for third year

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Shore News Network, a regional breaking news and government watchdog news website, has once again received high ratings by Newsguard, an industry leader in combatting online misinformation. For…

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Committee Advances Singer Bill that Would Exempt Certain Customers from Early Termination Fees

Individuals preparing to enter long-term care facilities may no longer have to pay a termination fee for their cable, phone, or internet services thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer and…

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Bramnick Bill Forcing Telemarketers to Identify Themselves within 30 Seconds Advances

Sen. Jon Bramnick’s bill requiring telemarketers to identify themselves and what they’re selling within the first 30 seconds of a call has passed the Senate Commerce Committee.…

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