Bucco Responds to Gov. Murphy State of the State Address With a Simple Question: Are You Better Off Today?

January 13, 2023

Sen. Anthony Bucco responded to the Governor’s State of the State address by questioning the Governor’s seemly tone-deaf portrayal of strength.

Editorial: NJ’s on the Wrong Track, but it Doesn’t Have to Stay that Way

January 13, 2023

In this response to Gov. Phil Murphy’s 2023 State of the State Address, Senate Republican Leader Steven Oroho said the outlook for New Jersey continues to get worse after five years of the Murphy administration and two decades of full Democrat control of the Legislature.

Holzapfel, McGuckin & Catalano Introduce Bill to Implement Comprehensive Ban of TikTok on All State Devices

January 13, 2023

Sen. Jim Holzapfel and Asm. Greg McGuckin and John Catalano introduced legislation to implement a comprehensive ban TikTok on all State government devices. A recent directive from the Murphy administration only applies to the Executive Branch.

O’Scanlon: Our Kids are Buying and Ingesting Unregulated Delta 8 THC Products Laced with Potentially Harmful Chemicals. It’s Time Someone Gave a Damn

January 13, 2023

Sen. Declan O’Scanlon introduced legislation today to create a regulatory framework to address the growing problem of psychoactive hemp derived products being sold in New Jersey.

Committee Clears Singer Bill that Would Allow Online Training for Zoning Board Members

January 13, 2023

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.

Schepisi Bill that Would Increase the Safety of Drinking Water Advanced by Committee

January 13, 2023

The Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee approved legislation today sponsored by Sen. Holly Schepisi that would help municipally-owned water companies comply with new DEP regulations.

Bucco Legislation Honoring New Jersey Military Veteran “Warren E. Wilhide Sr.” Approved by Committee

January 13, 2023

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Anthony Bucco designating a portion of Interstate Highway 287 after Warren E. Wilhide Sr. was approved by the Senate Transportation Committee.

Senator Polistina Calls for Suspension of All Offshore Wind Development Activity Following Multiple Whale Deaths

January 13, 2023

After six dead whales washed up on area beaches, Sen. Vince Polistina urged Gov. Phil Murphy to order a suspension of all offshore wind development activities so that a full and proper investigation can be conducted to determine any connection between the deaths and ongoing work.

Can’t get a license? Bucco says Murphy needs to stop ignoring critical tech needs of MVC

October 9, 2021

Sen. Tony Bucco said the Murphy administration’s Chief Technology Officer has confirmed that the modernization of New Jersey’s unemployment and motor vehicle computer systems are ‘top tier IT critical needs’ that must be addressed.

Corrado Calls on Gov. Murphy to Continue Funding for “Meals on Wheels” Breakfast Program for Seniors

October 9, 2021

Sen. Kristin Corrado called on Gov. Phil Murphy to dedicate federal relief funds at his disposal to maintain “Meals on Wheels” breakfast deliveries to vulnerable seniors.

NJ lawmaker says Murphy needs to stop ‘false narrative’ concerning vaccination mandates

October 9, 2021

Scientist confirm patients who recover from COVID-19 develop natural immunities, and Sen. Joe Pennacchio is calling on the Governor’s Administration to face the facts.

It’s time for Phil Murphy to reopen NJ government offices Senator says

August 31, 2021

Sen. Kristin Corrado called on Gov. Phil Murphy to reopen State government offices, including unemployment walk-in centers, immediately.

Singer leads the charge to properly vet Afghan refugees arriving in New Jersey

August 28, 2021

In a letter to the director of New Jersey’s Homeland Security and Preparedness, Sens. Singer, Connors, Holzapfel, Thompson and O’Scanlon emphasized the need to vet and screen refugees coming to the state from Afghanistan.

Pennacchio Rebukes Democrats for Political Game that is Harming Atlantic County Families

August 28, 2021

With a state-high unemployment rate of 11.1, Atlantic County residents deserve help from their senator, and Trenton Democrats are standing in the way, Sen. Joe Pennacchio said.

Testa slams Murphy after inmate released during COVID-19 purge commits murder two days later

August 24, 2021

Sen. Michael Testa said murder charges filed against a former inmate freed by Gov. Phil Murphy demonstrate the insanity of the administration’s early release of thousands of dangerous inmates during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Day of reckoning coming for Phil Murphy as DOJ continues investigation into nursing home deaths

August 24, 2021

In light of the Department of Justice’s investigation into Covid deaths at two veterans nursing homes, Sen. Joe Pennacchio lauded efforts to get to the truth.

Republicans want to stop Phil Murphy’s business crushing tax, but Dems won’t reconvene

August 24, 2021

Calling Murphy’s payroll tax increase on employers a job killer in a state with the 6th highest unemployment rate in the nation, Sen. Declan O’Scanlon called for the use of federal relief money as a better option.

New Jersey unemployment woes continue to linger under Murphy’s messed up madness

August 24, 2021

A resident from his district who must repay more money to the Department of Labor than she received is one many months-old constituent cases that have frustrated Sen. Anthony M. Bucco and his staff.

Why is Phil Murphy hoarding federal COVID-19 aid to himself, Republicans question

August 24, 2021

The Murphy Administration is sitting on more than $6 billion in American Rescue Plan money and the four Republicans on the Senate Budget & Appropriations Committee want the money put to work helping NJ residents and employers.

Testa: Murphy’s Energy Master Plan is a Disaster Plan

August 24, 2021

Sen. Michael Testa blasted Gov. Murphy’s Energy Master Plan that will add $155 billion to electric bills and cost NJ families more than $252 billion.