New Jersey Democrats are Blaming Democrats for Jersey City’s Fiscal Nightmare
Fortunately, for Jersey City residents, the Democrats who created the problems are gone and the Democrats in power now, have a plan to fix the problems created by other Democrats in the…
New Jersey Assembly Bill to Help Angry and Irritated Pregnant Women
Trenton, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers moved forward Monday with legislation that would require broader education and screening for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders during pregnancy and after childbirth, expanding the role…
New Jersey Bills Target Rising Pet Food Costs With Tax Breaks and $400K Assistance Program
TRENTON, N.J. — Two New Jersey lawmakers are backing proposals aimed at easing the growing financial strain of pet ownership, including a statewide tax exemption on pet food and a $400,000 taxpayer-funded…
NJ Lawmakers Demand FIFA Cost Hearings as Tammy Murphy’s Chairwoman Role Draws Scrutiny Over MetLife Plans
Trenton, NJ — New Jersey lawmakers on Thursday demanded urgent budget hearings into the 2026 FIFA World Cup after raising new concerns about taxpayer exposure, steep transit costs, and the leadership role…
Landlord Price Fixing Has Increased Rents in New Jersey by 61% Lawmakers Say
Proposed legislation would ban landlords from using software that coordinates rental pricing across competing properties. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers have introduced legislation aimed at stopping landlords from using algorithm-driven software…
NJ Bill Would Study New Payroll Deductions Program to Fund Long-Term Care Benefits
New Jersey lawmakers are considering a proposal that would study creating a state long-term care benefit funded through worker payroll deductions. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers have introduced legislation directing the…
Sauickie Bill Targets Faulty E-ZPass Fines and Administrative Fees in New Jersey
Proposed legislation would require toll authorities to verify their systems are working properly before sending violation notices or charging drivers fees. Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey lawmaker has introduced legislation aimed…
New Jersey Clocks Spring Forward Sunday as Lawmakers Push to End Time Changes
New Jersey residents will lose an hour of sleep Sunday as daylight saving time begins, but a new state bill could make the switch permanent in the future. Trenton, NJ – Clocks…
New Jersey mulls income tax deductions for home improvements
Proposed legislation would let homeowners and renters deduct repair and maintenance costs from state income taxes. Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey lawmaker has introduced legislation that would allow residents to deduct…
New Jersey moves to provide additional housing rights to immigrants
Proposed legislation would ban landlords from using immigration status to intimidate or evict residential tenants. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers have introduced legislation aimed at strengthening tenant protections by prohibiting landlords…
$4.8 Million in Additional State Aid for Jefferson Township Schools Requested
Proposed legislation would provide emergency operational funding to help close a budget gap in the Morris County school district. Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey lawmaker is seeking nearly $4.8 million in…
New Jersey says Attorney General should have more requirements to serve as top law enforcement official in state
Proposed legislation would establish minimum age, residency, and legal experience requirements for the role. Trenton, NJ – A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would establish formal qualifications for individuals…
New Jersey Bill Targets Algorithmic Rent Pricing Used by Landlords
Proposed legislation would make it illegal for landlords to use software that analyzes market data to set rental prices. Trenton, NJ – A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate aims…
New Jersey wants cops to undergo personal bias reviews every five years
Sen. Angela McKnight’s proposal aims to identify extremist ties and prevent discriminatory policing TRENTON, NJ – A new bill in the New Jersey Senate would require all state, county, and municipal police…
New law seeks to remove ethics guardrails for spouses of New Jersey’s most powerful public officials
Bill A5214 would ease ethics restrictions on spouses of New Jersey state employees. Measure allows spouses of certain state officials to invest in or hold interests in cannabis or casino industries under…
New Jersey wants students who engage in bias conduct to undergo mandatory psychiatric evaluation and counseling
A new Senate proposal seeks to address rising school bias incidents through mandatory counseling and intervention plans. Trenton, NJ – Senator Britnee Timberlake has introduced legislation that would require New Jersey students…
New Jersey seeking continued overhaul of policing to limit use of force, increase de-escalation
Assembly measure mandates de-escalation, reporting, and medical aid standards in statewide reform effort TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers are advancing new police accountability legislation that would require the state Attorney General…
Senator Anthony Bucco praises Sherrill’s transparency, urges fiscal discipline in upcoming budget
Senate GOP leader calls for bipartisan cooperation to fix New Jersey’s long-term fiscal problems Trenton, N.J. – Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R–Morris, Passaic) issued a statement Wednesday responding to Governor…
Blizzard delays anti-immigration rally on Trenton Statehouse steps
Immigration bills pulled from Monday’s voting schedule; Assemblyman Paul Kanitra says March 23 likely new date POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ – A blizzard caused Democrats to pull controversial pro-immigration and sanctuary state…
Dog fighting ban waiting for Governor Murphy’s signature
JACKSON, N.J. – Assemblyman Ron Dancer’s bill cracking down on an animal cruelty trend known as “trunk fighting” was advanced to the governor’s desk. The bill (A3231), unanimously passed by both houses…
May 27th is “Richard Rescorla Day” to honor New Jersey veteran killed during 9-11 attacks
MORRISTOWN, NJ Legislation sponsored by Senator Anthony M. Bucco that would designate May 27 of each year as “Richard Rescorla Day” was approved by the New Jersey Senate. “On September 11, 2001,…