Bramnick Bill Targeting “SLAPP” Suits Clears Budget Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Jon Bramnick that would establish an expedited process to dismiss SLAPP suits was approved today by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
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Singer Bill that Increases Reimbursement Rates for Substance Use Disorder Treatment Clears Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would increase Medicaid reimbursement for in-person partial care substance use disorder (SUD) treatment cleared the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
Oroho Bill that Would Increase Financial Transparency Clears Senate
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 Clears O’Scanlon Bill to Help Crime Victims
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
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
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
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.
Senate Clears Singer Bill that Would Increase Aid for Adult Day Care Services
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.
Polistina Bill Expanding PFRS and SPRS Beneficiaries Clears Budget Committee
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.
Singer Bill Establishing Pilot Program for Individuals with Disabilities Clears Committee
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 Bill to Help Crime Victims Clears Budget & Appropriations Committee
Sen. Declan O’Scanlon’s bill that unifies services for crime victims within the newly created Division of Violence Intervention and Victim Assistance (VIVA) in the Department of Law and Public Safety was approved by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
Corrado Measure that Would Cut Government Red Tape for Surviving Spouses Clears Committee
The Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee approved legislation today sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that allows the surviving spouse of a decedent to use their motor vehicle until the registration expires.
Bramnick Measure Extending Tuition Benefits to Military Members Clears Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Jon Bramnick that would allow military members and their dependents to qualify for resident tuition rates at county colleges was advanced today by the Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee.
Senate Clears Oroho Bill Bolstering Protections of our Financial System
Sen. Steve Oroho’s legislation that would increase financial safeguards for state domiciled insurance companies was passed by the New Jersey Senate.
Senate Clears Senator Bramnick’s Bill to Teach Students How to Cope With Grief
Sen. Jon Bramnick’s legislation that instructs school districts to teach students how to cope with grief and loss was passed by the New Jersey Senate.
Committee Clears Bramnick Bill that Would Stop Trespassers from Harming Animals at Zoos
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Jon Bramnick that would establish penalties and liability for causing harm to wild animals was approved today by the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Suriname clears way for debt restructuring with IMF staff deal
By David Lawder and Rodrigo Campos WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Suriname on Thursday cleared a hurdle on its way to restructure more than $600 million debt …
Committee Clears Stanfield Bill that Would Update Funding for Environmental Infrastructure Projects
The Senate Environment and Energy Committee advanced bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Jean Stanfield that would approve the updated Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Plan of the NJIB.
Singer Bill that Would Protect Senior Citizens Living in Retirement Communities Clears Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would prohibit common interest communities from penalizing members who place a unit into a living, revocable trust fund was approved today by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.
Florida Legislature Clears Path For Ron DeSantis To Run For President
Florida Legislature Clears Path For Ron DeSantis To Run For President Mary Lou Masters on April 28, 2023 Florida’s Legislature passed an elections bill Friday …
U.S. IRS clears massive backlog of unprocessed paper tax returns
By David Lawder WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. Internal Revenue Service declared on Tuesday that it is completing its first “normal” tax filing season since …
Factbox-Canada clears Rogers-Shaw deal but with conditions
(Reuters) – Canada on Friday granted the final approval for Rogers Communications Inc’s C$20 billion ($15 billion) buyout of Shaw Communications Inc, clearing the deal …
Senate Clears Polistina Bill Expanding Insurance Coverage for Hearing Aids
Health insurers may soon be required to cover hearing aids and cochlear implants for individuals under 21 years of age thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Vince Polistina and approved today by the New Jersey Senate.
Senate Clears Corrado Bill That Encourages Participation in State Water Assistance Program
The New Jersey Senate cleared legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that would help more struggling households receive assistance with their water bills.
Committee Clears Bucco Bill Offering Veterans Free Admission to State Parks and Historic Sites
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tony Bucco that would allow veterans to visit State parks and historic sites for free on certain holidays was approved by the Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee.
Berlin clears sale of drinks company to Red Bull despite HK connection – Handelsblatt
BERLIN (Reuters) – Germany’s Economy Ministry has cleared the sale of drinks company Brandenburger Urstromquelle to Austria-based Red Bull despite the buyer’s Hong Kong connection, …
Bucco Bill Helping Newlyweds with Name Changes Clears Committee
Sen. Bucco’s bill that makes it easier for newlyweds to change their names was approved by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizen Committee.
Corrado Bill to Encourage Participation in Low Income Household Water Assistance Program Clears Committee
Sen. Corrado’s bill compelling water companies to participate in the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program was approved by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
Committee Clears Singer Bill that Would Assign “Kinship Guardian Advocate” to Caregivers
The Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee approved legislation today sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would require the DCF to appoint a kinship guardian advocate to a caregiver during the kinship legal guardianship process.
Singer Bill that Would Increase Aid for Assisted Living Facilities Clears Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would increase the Medicaid per diem rate for assisted living facilities was approved today by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.
Senate 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 New Jersey Senate.
Stanfield Bill that Would Promote New Jersey Historic Sites Clears Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Jean Stanfield that would allow the NJ Historical Commission to establish a program to support historic sites was approved today by the Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee.
U.S. govt clears F-35 engine deliveries after safety concerns addressed
(Reuters) – Raytheon Technologies Corp said on Friday the U.S. government has cleared its Pratt and Whitney unit to resume deliveries of its F-135 engine …
‘Not Safe’: National Park Service Finally Clears ‘Open Air Drug Market’ Homeless Encampment Near The White House
‘Not Safe’: National Park Service Finally Clears ‘Open Air Drug Market’ Homeless Encampment Near The White House Jennie Taer on February 15, 2023 The National …
Singer Bill that Would Increase Aid for Adult Day Care Services Clears Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would increase the adult day care Medicaid per diem rate was approved today by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.
Senate Clears Schepisi Bill that Would Increase the Safety of Drinking Water
The New Jersey Senate approved legislation yesterday sponsored by Sen. Holly Schepisi that would help municipally-owned water companies comply with new DEP regulations.
Senate Clears Stanfield Bill Requiring BPU to Open Electrical Grid to New Energy Sources
Sen. Stanfield’s bill requiring the BPU to find solutions that would allow additional energy sources to connect to the electrical grid was passed by the New Jersey Senate.
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.
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 Senate Law and Public Safety Committee.
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.
Bucco Bill that Would Help Economically Disadvantaged College Students Clears Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tony Bucco that would help economically disadvantaged college students buy groceries through the federal SNAP Program was advanced by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
Committee Clears Singer Bill that Would Allow Online Training for Zoning Board Members
Members of planning boards and zoning boards of adjustment may soon be able to complete their required training online thanks to a bill sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer and approved by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.
Canadian dollar to rebound in 2023 if economic uncertainty clears: Reuters poll
By Fergal Smith TORONTO (Reuters) – Canada’s dollar will rally this year, but much of the upswing will have to wait until a period of …
FDA Clears Path For Abortion Pills At Pharmacies
FDA Clears Path For Abortion Pills At Pharmacies Laurel Duggan on January 3, 2023 The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will allow pharmacies to dispense …
Judicial security measure clears U.S. Congress as part of defense bill
By Nate Raymond and Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. Congress on Thursday passed legislation that would allow U.S. Supreme Court justices and federal …
Marketmind: Powell clears the decks
LONDON (Reuters) – A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan. Intended or not, investors clearly read Wednesday’s keynote …
Spanish windfall tax on banks, energy firms clears first hurdle
MADRID (Reuters) – An amended windfall tax proposal for Spanish banks and large energy companies cleared its first hurdle in parliament in the early hours …
Supreme Court Clears Way For Congress To Access Trump’s Tax Returns
Supreme Court Clears Way For Congress To Access Trump’s Tax Returns Trevor Schakohl on November 22, 2022 The Supreme Court has denied former President Donald …
Same-Sex Marriage Bill Clears Major Hurdle In Senate With GOP Support
Same-Sex Marriage Bill Clears Major Hurdle In Senate With GOP Support Arjun Singh on November 16, 2022 The Senate voted 62-37 Wednesday to advance a …
Bill protecting same-sex marriage clears first procedural hurdle in U.S. Senate; voting continues
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – A bill ensuring federal recognition of same-sex marriages received enough votes to clear the first procedural hurdle in the U.S. Senate on …