Press Release

Committee Approves Singer Measure that Would Increase Aid for Assisted Living Facilities

June 28, 2023

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would increase the Medicaid reimbursement rate for assisted living facilities was advanced today by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.

Senate Approves Schepisi Bill to Raise Awareness for Victims of Fentanyl Poisoning

June 27, 2023

Sen. Holly Schepisi’s bill that would designate July 14th of each year as Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Day was passed by the New Jersey Senate.

Polistina Bill Expanding PFRS and SPRS Beneficiaries Passes Senate

June 27, 2023

Sen. Vince Polistina’s bill that expands the eligibility of surviving children to receive pension benefits from deceased family members of the SPRS and the PFRS was passed by the New Jersey Senate.

Senate Approves O’Scanlon Bill That Prioritizes School Funding

June 27, 2023

Sen. Declan O’Scanlon’s bill that would exempt certain school districts from state aid cuts was passed by the New Jersey Senate.

Oroho Bill that Would Increase Financial Transparency Clears Senate

June 27, 2023

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

June 27, 2023

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

June 27, 2023

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

June 27, 2023

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

June 27, 2023

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

June 23, 2023

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

June 22, 2023

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

June 22, 2023

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”

June 22, 2023

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

June 21, 2023

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

June 21, 2023

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

June 21, 2023

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

June 21, 2023

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

June 21, 2023

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

June 21, 2023

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

June 21, 2023

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.