Newark election to allow 16, 17-year-olds to vote tomorrow
NEWARK, NJ — Tomorrow, Newark will hold its school board election, marking a historic milestone as the first city in New Jersey to allow 16- and 17-year-olds to cast ballots. The election,…
New Jersey Wants to Allow DEP Agents to Use Drones and Guns to Make Warrantless Arrests of Climate Violators
TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Assembly would grant conservation and park police officers within the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) expanded authority to utilize drones while…
New Jersey Advances Bill That Would Allow LGBTQ, Gender, Sex Books in Schools Advances
TRENTON, N.J. — The Senate Education Committee advanced a bill on Monday aimed at protecting the right to access diverse library materials and shielding librarians from harassment linked to book ban efforts.…
Harris Says America Ready for That Conversation to Allow Sexual Predators, Death Row Inmates Right to Vote
In 2019, during an interview with Don Lemon on CNN, Kamala Harris did indeed say, “I think we should have that conversation” when asked whether individuals such as sexual predators or those…
Tim Walz makes weird prediction: Trump will allow child labor if elected president
Did Tim Walz actually claim America will allow child labor if Donald Trump is re-elected as President of the United States? Apparently, yes, he did. He claimed Trump and “Project 2025” will…
Obama Judge to Allow Ku Klux Klan Act Lawsuit Against Trump Supporters
AUSTIN, TX – A lawsuit filed under the Ku Klux Klan Act concerning an incident from the 2020 election campaign will proceed to trial, following the failure of summary judgment motions by…
New Jersey Lawmakers Push to Allow Import of Woodchucks For Groundhog Day
TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Assembly Regulated Professions Committee has given a favorable report on Assembly Bill No. 4296, which proposes an exemption to the state’s existing ban on woodchuck importation…
New Jersey Bill Will Allow for Early Release of More Convicted Criminals
TRENTON, NJ — Senator Raj Mukherji has introduced legislation aimed at establishing rehabilitative release options for certain aging incarcerated individuals in New Jersey. The proposed bill, currently in the 2024-2025 legislative session,…
Bill to Allow 16 and 17-Year-Olds to Vote in School Elections Resurfaces in New Jersey
Trenton, NJ—A proposed bill in New Jersey would permit 16- —and 17-year-old U.S. citizens residing in the state to vote in local school board elections. If passed, this initiative would apply only…
New Jersey Law Seeks to Allow Election Re-Counts in Close Races
TRENTON, NJ – A bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature mandates automatic recounts for county or municipal elections with a vote difference of 10 or fewer votes, upon a candidate’s request.…
New Jersey Law Could Allow Alcohol Sales at Farmers Markets
New Jersey Bill Proposes Permits for Alcohol Sales at Seasonal Farm Markets TRENTON, NJ — A legislative proposal has been introduced by Assemblyman Donald A. Guardian of District 2 (Atlantic) to allow…
New Jersey Lawmakers Push Menstrual Leave Bill to Allow Ten Paid Days Off Annually
New Jersey Launches Menstrual Leave and Remote Work Pilot Program TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey has introduced a pioneering initiative with the creation of the Menstrual Leave and Remote Work Pilot Program,…
New York Law Would Allow Unpaid Workers to Place Leins on Their Deadbeat Bosses
New York Enacts Legislation to Protect Employees from Wage Theft ALBANY, NY—A landmark bill, A00046A, has been introduced to strengthen protections for employees against wage theft in New York. Sponsored by Assemblymember…
New Jersey Racetrack Smoking Ban Could Soon Allow Cigar Nights
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey legislators have introduced a bill that proposes an exemption to the state’s indoor smoking ban, specifically for racetracks and off-track wagering facilities. This exemption aims to allow…
New Jersey Law Would Allow School Districts Decimated by S2 Formula to Raise Taxes Above 2% Cap
Senate Bill No. 2434 Offers Financial Flexibility to School Districts Facing Aid Reductions TRENTON, NJ – The Senate Education Committee has favorably reported on Senate Bill No. 2434, a legislative move designed…
Senate Border Bill Would Allow Foreign Fiancés, Spouses Of Americans To Work In The Country Immediately
Senate Border Bill Would Allow Foreign Fiancés, Spouses Of Americans To Work In The Country Immediately Arjun Singh on February 5, 2024 A new border security and immigration bill introduced in the…
New Jersey to Allow Mobile Driver’s License During Police Stops Under This Proposed Law
Trenton, NJ – The New Jersey Senate Transportation Committee has given a favorable report to Senate Bill No. 1297, a progressive piece of legislation that paves the way for the digital transformation…
East Haven Diner Settles ADA Complaint, Agrees to Allow Service Animals
EAST HAVEN – United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, Vanessa Roberts Avery, announced today a settlement agreement with Twin Pines Diner in East Haven. This settlement resolves allegations of non-compliance…
New Jersey Dems Push Bill to Allow Doulas in ‘Birthing Centers’ and Hospitals
TRENTON, NJ — The Senate Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizens Committee has moved forward with a bill aimed at enhancing maternal health care in New Jersey. The legislation, sponsored by Senate…
‘This Is Just Reckless Behavior’: Top UFC Fighter Blasts Boxing Authority’s Decision To Allow Men To Fight Women
‘This Is Just Reckless Behavior’: Top UFC Fighter Blasts Boxing Authority’s Decision To Allow Men To Fight Women Harold Hutchison on January 3, 2024 UFC fighter Colby Covington blasted USA Boxing for…
Four Years After COVID Struck, New Jersey Continues to Allow State Workers to Work from Home
TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Civil Service Commission (CSC) has announced the extension of the Model Telework Pilot Program for state employees until June 30, 2024. This decision, made at the…