New Jersey’s plastic bag ban in need of legislative review
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey’s plastic bag ban, enacted in May 2022 under Governor Phil Murphy, aimed to curb environmental pollution by eliminating single-use plastic bags in stores. Lauded as a progressive…
Trump gets legislative win in funding bill, blocking protection for J6 commission wrongdoings
WASHINGTON — The House of Representatives voted to pass a streamlined government funding bill on Friday, with several key provisions shaped by former President Donald Trump’s input, according to lawmakers and aides…
Lawyer From New Jersey’s Top Legislative Democrat’s Firm Spearheaded Removal of Citizen Holding American Flag at Raritan Town Council Meeting
EDISON, N.J. — A heated confrontation unfolded at an Edison Township Council meeting this week as police removed a man holding an American flag after council leadership ruled it violated meeting decorum.…
Legislative Committee Advances Bill for Centralized Teacher Application Portal
Trenton, NJ – The Senate Budget & Appropriations Committee has moved forward with legislation introduced by Senators M. Teresa Ruiz, Shirley K. Turner, and Angela V. McKnight. The proposed bill requires the…
NJ Transit Failures Lead to Call for Legislative Investigation and Hearing
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey State Senator Troy Singleton (D-Burlington) has formally requested hearings to investigate the ongoing issues plaguing New Jersey Transit’s River Line service. Singleton’s call for action comes in…
Lawmakers Seek to Block Legislative Aides From Giving Money to Their Boss
TRENTON, NJ – The Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee has recommended Assembly Bill No. 2619 with amendments, aimed at regulating political contributions by legislative aides. This legislation, dated June 13, 2024,…
Rutgers President to Testify at Legislative Hearings on University Campus Safety
TRENTON, NJ – Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway has agreed to participate in state legislative hearings concerning campus protests and student safety, following a request during Thursday’s Assembly budget hearing. The announcement…
DAVID DITCH: The Legislative Sausage Is Crammed With Wasteful Pork
DAVID DITCH: The Legislative Sausage Is Crammed With Wasteful Pork David Ditch on March 23, 2024 To hear the media tell it, Congress finally passing spending bills and avoiding a government shutdown…
College Students Are Weighing Legislative Policies Before Choosing Schools, Survey Finds
College Students Are Weighing Legislative Policies Before Choosing Schools, Survey Finds Brandon Poulter on March 14, 2024 Current and prospective college students are weighing a multitude of policies in states that they…
Galloway Township Cockfighting Raid Leads to Calls for Legislative Action
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, NJ — Following a substantial bust of a cockfighting operation in Galloway Township, Wayne Pacelle, president of Animal Wellness Action and the Center for a Humane Economy, is urging New…
Clamming on Sundays? New Legislative Proposals Aim to Enhance Shellfish Industry Efficiency
TRENTON, NJ — In a notable legislative session for 2024 – 2025, a series of recommendations have been put forward to streamline the permitting process for shellfish aquaculture in New Jersey. Spearheaded…
Religious Liberty Had Major Court, Legislative Wins In 2023
Religious Liberty Had Major Court, Legislative Wins In 2023 Kate Anderson on December 31, 2023 Religious Americans had several major legislative and legal victories in 2023. The Supreme Court’s June decision in…
Wisconsin Supreme Court overturns Republican-drawn legislative maps
(Reuters) – The Wisconsin Supreme court on Friday ordered that legislative maps designed by the Republican-controlled legislature be redrawn, handing Democrats a victory in what has become a key political battleground state.…
Singer to be Honored with “Legislative Champion Award” by NJ Commission on Cancer Research
Sen. Robert Singer will be honored with the “Legislative Champion Award” by the New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research (NJCCR) on November 15.…
Testa Calls For Special Legislative Committee to Investigate Attorney General’s Office
Sen. Michael Testa called on the Legislature to return to Trenton immediately to authorize subpoena power for the Senate Judiciary Committee and retain special counsel to facilitate a thorough investigation of the…
‘We Made Him Blink’: Sen. Tuberville Touts ‘Legislative Win’ Over Schumer
‘We Made Him Blink’: Sen. Tuberville Touts ‘Legislative Win’ Over Schumer Harold Hutchison on September 21, 2023 Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville of Alabama said that he made Democratic Sen. Chuck Schumer “blink”…
O’Scanlon, Scharfenberger & Flynn React to Growing Concerns Over Wind Turbine Projects by Legislative Leaders
Sen. Declan O'Scanlon and Asm. Gerry Scharfenberger and Asm. Victoria Flynn react to growing concerns over wind turbine projects by legislative leaders.…
Analysis-U.S. crypto lobbyists court Democrats in fresh legislative push
By Michelle Price WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Embattled by a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) crackdown, crypto companies are making a renewed push on Capitol Hill to drum up support for legislation…
‘A F*cking Landmine’: Unprecedented Redistricting Is Disrupting All Of Virginia’s State Legislative Primaries
‘A F*cking Landmine’: Unprecedented Redistricting Is Disrupting All Of Virginia’s State Legislative Primaries Mary Lou Masters on June 20, 2023 Virginia’s state legislative primaries on Tuesday are facing new challenges due to…
New York lawmakers weigh clean fuel standard as legislative session ends
By Laura Sanicola (Reuters) – New York lawmakers are considering legislation on Friday that would create the first market for low-carbon fuels on the U.S. East Coast in order to help the…
‘Bonkers’: Minnesota Finishes Legislative Session With Sweeping Left-Wing Reforms
‘Bonkers’: Minnesota Finishes Legislative Session With Sweeping Left-Wing Reforms Arjun Singh on May 24, 2023 Minnesota concluded its legislative session this week, enacting many left-wing policy priorities into law. The measures enacted…
Dem Gov Declares ‘State Of Emergency’ For Public Education Following GOP Legislative Gains
Dem Gov Declares ‘State Of Emergency’ For Public Education Following GOP Legislative Gains Reagan Reese on May 22, 2023 Democratic North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper declared the state’s public education system to…
DeSantis Is Wrapping Up His Conservative Legislative Agenda, Closing In On Presidential Bid
DeSantis Is Wrapping Up His Conservative Legislative Agenda, Closing In On Presidential Bid Mary Lou Masters on May 1, 2023 Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is wrapping up his legislative session where he…
Australia treasurer: Some central bank review proposals may need legislative changes
SYDNEY (Reuters) – Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers said on Thursday some recommendations from an independent review of the Australian central bank’s monetary policy decision-making and board make-up may require legislative changes to…
Second Legislative District Announces Pleasantville Mobile Office
Senator Vince Polistina, along with Assembly members Don Guardian and Claire Swift, have partnered with Pleasantville City Councilwoman Carla Thomas to bring services directly, once again, to the constituents.…
Florida’s Upcoming Legislative Session To Include Long List Of GOP-Backed Bills
Florida’s Upcoming Legislative Session To Include Long List Of GOP-Backed Bills Mary Lou Masters on March 6, 2023 Florida’s legislative session will begin Tuesday ahead of a likely presidential campaign launch for…
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