Testa: Time for Murphy to End NJ’s COVID-19 State of Emergency
Sen. Michael Testa said it’s time for Gov. Phil Murphy to end New Jersey’s pandemic state of emergency and to give up his emergency powers.
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VIDEO: Gov. Murphy Is Slashing School Funding While Spending Millions on Pork
Gov. Phil Murphy wants to slash aid to nearly 200 school districts despite having a $10 billion surplus and spending millions on political pork.
Bucco Introduces Bill to Delay 4th Round of Affordable Housing Obligations Until 2028
Sen. Anthony M. Bucco has introduced legislation that would delay the fourth round of fair share affordable housing obligations for municipalities from 2025 to 2028.
O’Scanlon & Testa Say Trenton Democrats Are Prioritizing Pork Over School Funding in State Budget
Sen. Declan O’Scanlon and Sen. Michael Testa said Gov. Phil Murphy and legislative Democrats have prioritized funding political pork projects at the expense of schools in their FY 2024 state budget proposal.
Singer Applauds Opening of New Heart and Vascular Center in Brick Township
Sen. Robert Singer said the new heart and vascular center will provide residents in Ocean County with access to state-of-the-art facilities designed to treat heart disease.
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.
Corrado Names Donald S. DeDio Jr. as Chief of Staff
Sen. Kristin M. Corrado announced the appointment of Donald S. DeDio Jr. as the new chief of staff in her 40th Legislative District Office.
Southern Shore Lawmakers Say Unprecedented Whale and Dolphin Deaths Warrant Suspension of Offshore Wind Projects
Sen. Michael Testa, Asm. Antwan McClellan, and Asm. Erik Simonsen are intensifying calls to suspend offshore wind projects following an unprecedented number of dolphin deaths on a beach in Sea Isle City.
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.
Senate Approves Bucco Bill Honoring New Jersey Military Veteran
The New Jersey Senate approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Anthony M. Bucco that designates a portion of Interstate Highway Route 287 as the Warren E. Wilhide Interchange.
Committee Approves 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 Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
Oroho Statement on Partial Restoration of School Funding
Statement from Senate Republican Leader Steven Oroho on legislation that would partially restore school funding that’s being cut in Gov. Phil Murphy’s FY 2024 State Budget proposal.
Committee Approves Polistina Bill Expanding Insurance Coverage for Hearing Aids & Cochlear Implants
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 Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
Bucco Statement on the Death of Senator Ron Rice
Statement from Sen. Anthony M. Bucco on the passing of former Senator Ron Rice.
Oroho Statement on the Passing of Senator Ron Rice
Statement from Sen. Steven Oroho on the passing of former Senator Ron Rice.
Corrado Bill Supporting Local Veteran Organizations Advances
Sen. Kristin Corrado’s bill that boosts funding for local veteran organizations was approved by the Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee.
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.
Committee Advances Corrado Bill Creating Grant Program for Homeless Veterans Shelters
The New Jersey Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee approved Sen. Kristin Corrado’s legislation to provide additional support to homeless veterans in counties lacking veterans shelters.
Bramnick Bill Assisting Veterans Entering the Nursing Field Signed into Law
Sen. Jon Bramnick’s legislation to help alleviate the nursing shortage in New Jersey has been signed into law.
Bucco Bill to Support State Bee Population Advances
Sen. Bucco’s bill that encourages homeowners and businesses to make their property more bee friendly cleared the Senate Environment and Energy Committee.
Pennacchio Bill Offers Homeowners’ Tax Break to Mitigate Lead, Asbestos
Sen. Joe Pennacchio’s legislation to help homeowners remedy dangerous lead and asbestos in their homes has been approved by the Senate Environment and Energy Committee.
Oroho Introduces “Energy Security and Affordability Act” to Ensure Reliable Service, Lower Bills
Senate Republican Leader Steven Oroho has introduced legislation to ensure that New Jersey is powered by reliable, diverse, and affordable energy sources.
Bramnick Says Fox News Reports Denying Events of January 6 Are Absurd
Sen. Jon Bramnick said Fox News reports denying the events of January 6 at the United States Capitol are absurd.
District 10 Lawmakers to Governor: ‘Why Are You Choosing Criminals Over Children?’
Gov. Phil Murphy gets a failing grade on his state school aid proposal, say Sen. Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Greg McGuckin and John Catalano.
Corrado & Stanfield Launch “Socks for Soldiers” Collection Drive to Support Troops
Sen. Kristin Corrado and Sen. Jean Stanfield are teaming up for a ‘Socks for Soldiers’ collection drive throughout the month of March.
O’Scanlon Bill to Increase Awareness About Women’s Health Issues Advances
Sen. O’Scanlon’s bill that establishes a public awareness campaign to promote women’s reproductive health was advanced by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.
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 Approves Testa Bill Increasing Transparency for Homeowners
Individuals who are not licensed real estate agents will be required to notify homeowners of that fact before soliciting for a sale thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Michael Testa and approved today 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.
Bramnick Calls for Consumer Insurance Advocate in Trenton to Fight for Patients
Sen. Jon Bramnick said new legislation would ensure that patients and other insurance customers have someone fighting for them in Trenton.
Testa: Murphy’s School Aid Cuts Will Be Devastating for Schools, Students & Property Taxpayers
Sen. Michael Testa said state school aid cuts announced today by the Murphy administration will be devastating for schools, students, and property taxpayers in the 1st Legislative District.
Corrado Bill Increasing Funding for Code Blue Shelters Advances
Sen. Corrado’s bill that provides additional funding for qualified Code Blue Shelters was approved by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.
Holzapfel, McGuckin & Catalano Blast Huge Cuts by Gov. Murphy to Brick, Toms River & Seaside Heights Schools
Sen. Jim Holzapfel, Asm. Greg McGuckin, and Asm. John Catalano blasted huge cuts to several school districts in the 10th Legislative District that were just announced as part of Gov. Phil Murphy’s FY 2024 state budget proposal.
Bucco: How Many More Dead Whales Need to Wash Ashore Before Gov. Murphy Does Something?
After another whale washed ashore on a New Jersey beach this morning, Sen. Anthony M. Bucco asked how many more dead whales will it take for Gov. Phil Murphy to do something.
Oroho, Testa & Steinhardt Slam Murphy’s Budget Cuts to Rural Municipal Aid
Senate Republicans said millions of dollars in budget cuts to Open Space PILOT Aid in Gov. Phil Murphy’s FY 2024 state budget proposal will drive property tax increases in more than 100 small rural communities across New Jersey.
Bucco Bill to Further Streamline Electronic Construction Permits & Inspections Advances
Sen. Bucco’s bill that further streamlines the electronic system for permits and inspections was approved by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.
Committee Advances Connors-Rumpf-Gove Veterans’ Housing Legislation
The Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee advanced legislation sponsored by Connors, Rumpf & Gove that would permit a portion of municipal development trust funds to be spent on housing affordability assistance to veterans.
Shore lawmakers eye Murphy’s massive budget surplus for taxpayers, schools, economy
New Jersey lawmakers representing Monmouth and Ocean counties called on Governor Murphy to reinvest the state’s budget surplus in response to the Governor’s recent budget address.
O’Scanlon: Murphy Should Explain Cuts in Municipal Aid & Delays in Assistance for Rising Health Care Costs that Will Drive Property Tax Increases
Sen. Declan O’Scanlon said Gov. Phil Murphy should explain cuts to municipal aid that appear in his budget proposal for next year, which will drive large property tax increases when paired with soaring health benefit costs for local governments.
Oroho Says Massive Spending Increases, Failed Tax Relief Are Hallmarks of Murphy’s Budget Proposal
Senate Republican Leader Steven Oroho said Gov. Phil Murphy’s latest budget increases spending by billions while missing the mark on tax relief, school funding, and transparency.
Senate Republicans Comment on Murphy’s FY 2024 Budget Proposal
Senate Republicans commented on Gov. Phil Murphy’s FY 2024 budget proposal saying it’s a massive increase in spending, doesn’t provide inflation relief or transparency, and continues harmful cuts to hundreds of school districts.
Bramnick Bill Permits Stalking Victims to Obtain Restraining Order Against Strangers
Sen. Bramnick’s bill that permits stalking victims to obtain restraining orders against strangers was passed by the New Jersey Senate.
Stanfield Bill That Expands Street Vending Laws for Veterans Advances
Sen. Stanfield’s bill that allows honorably discharged veterans to sell goods in more locations was advanced by the State Government, Wagering, Tourism and Historic Prevention Senate Committee.
Senate Approves Oroho Bill that Would Protect Individuals with Disabilities
Parents of children with disabilities may soon be able to file a complaint for guardianship six months before a child reaches the age of 18 thanks to bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Steven Oroho and approved today by the New Jersey Senate.
Senate Democrats Block Pennacchio’s Effort to Enact 30-Day Moratorium on Wind Farm Surveys to Investigate Whale Deaths
New Jersey Senate Democrats blocked an effort by Sen. Joe Pennacchio to enact a 30-day moratorium on wind farm survey work to determine if there’s a link to a sudden surge in whale deaths along the Jersey Shore.
Senate Passes Bramnick Bill That Forces Telemarketers to Identify Themselves within 30 Seconds
Sen. Jon Bramnick’s bill requiring telemarketers to identify themselves and what they’re selling within the first 30 seconds of a call was passed by the New Jersey Senate.
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.