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New Jersey Legislators Fear Murphy’s Looming Gas Car, Gas Stove Bans

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July 21, 2023
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Colts Neck, NJ – In recent weeks, Trenton bureaucrats have been implementing a controversial Energy Master Plan that has raised concerns among New Jersey residents.

The proposed plan, estimated to cost $1.4 trillion, has sparked significant opposition due to its radical measures. Among these measures were attempts to ban gas stoves, which were temporarily set aside due to public resistance. More recently, the Murphy Administration announced a mandate to ban gas-powered cars by 2035.

Critics argue that these left-wing energy proposals could have severe consequences for middle-class families in New Jersey. The potential financial burden and limited options for transportation may make it difficult for them to maintain their quality of life. Despite the concerns raised, some politicians have remained silent on the matter, including Senator Vin Gopal and his running mates, Margie Donlon and Luann Peterpaul.

Republican candidate for State Senate in LD-11, Steve Dnistrian, highlighted the impact of Trenton’s policies on middle-class families and emphasized the need for a leader who prioritizes the interests of Monmouth families.

Phil Murphy has announced a 2035 ban on the sale of gasoline-powered cars in New Jersey and has hinted at other bans on natural gas-powered appliances. Although he has repeatedly claimed the state is not coming for gas stoves, opponents are skeptical after a ban in New York City on gas stoves and coal fire pizza ovens.

Assemblywoman Piperno expressed her frustration with the continuous imposition of left-wing proposals that could strain families’ ability to stay in the state, especially with the recent double-digit increases in utility bills approved by Trenton bureaucrats.

Assemblywoman Eulner raised concerns about the direct link between car ownership and people’s mobility and freedom across the state.

The average cost of $60,000 for a car could prove challenging for middle-class families to afford for their teenagers or for seniors to replace their vehicles.

As the debate on the Energy Master Plan continues, many are looking for solutions that strike a balance between environmental concerns and the well-being of New Jersey residents, particularly those in the middle class.

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