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Monmouth County Legislators React to Busing Cuts Due to Loss of State Funding

May 4, 2023

In reaction to the news that Freehold Regional High School District will need to limit busing routes, Sen. Declan O’Scanlon, Asw. Vicky Flynn, and Asm. Gerry Scharfenberger call upon the NJDOE to take immediate steps to restore school state aid cuts as a means to fund bus transportation for next school year.

Blue State Teachers Union President Orders Staff To Stop Wearing Pro-Gay Badges After Parental Backlash

January 5, 2025May 2, 2023

Michigan Teachers Union Halts Use of Pro-Gay Badges Amid Parental

O’Scanlon Stands with Residents, Local Officials in Effort to Save National Scientific Landmark

May 2, 2023

Sen. Declan O’Scanlon expressed his support of local efforts to preserve the historic Horn Antenna in Holmdel, which was used by scientists to confirm the Big Bang theory in 1965.

Bucco Warns that Murphy’s Energy Plan Will Be Financially Devastating as More Households Living Paycheck to Paycheck

May 2, 2023

Sen. Anthony Bucco warned that the extreme cost of Gov. Phil Murphy’s green energy plan could be devastating for a growing number of New Jerseyans as a new report shows more households are living paycheck to paycheck.

Durr Responds After Murphy Says “It’s My Money” While Promising $65 Million of Taxpayer Funds at Campaign Event

May 2, 2023

Sen. Ed Durr responded after Gov. Phil Murphy said, ‘it’s my money, and that’s how it’s going to be spent,’ as he promised $65 million of taxpayer funds for a local project while campaigning over the weekend in West New York.

Pennacchio Bill to Establish Muslim Heritage Month Signed into Law

April 30, 2023

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Joe Pennacchio that would designate January of each year as Muslim Heritage Month was signed into law today by Gov. Murphy.

MEDIA ADVISORY (5/3): Senate Republicans to Hold Independent Hearing on Whale & Dolphin Deaths, Wind Farm Concerns

April 29, 2023

New Jersey Senate Republicans will hold an independent hearing on Wednesday, May 3 to receive testimony on the surge of whale and dolphin deaths along the Jersey Shore in recent months and potential links to wind farms that are under development.

Oroho Calls for Murphy Administration to Dedicate Pandemic Relief Funds to Prevent $1 Billion Payroll Tax Increase

April 28, 2023

Sen. Steven Oroho called for the Murphy administration to dedicate pandemic relief funds to the Unemployment Insurance Fund to prevent $1 billion of cumulative payroll tax increases on New Jersey employers.

Bucco Honored for Supporting the Rights of Domestic Violence Victims

April 27, 2023

The Jersey Battered Women’s Shelter and Theresa’s Fund honored Sen. Anthony Bucco for his work in advocating for the rights and safety of domestic violence survivors.

Testa Calls for Passage of “Fairness in Women’s Sports Act” Following Congressional Action

April 27, 2023

Sen. Michael Testa called for the New Jersey Legislature to advance a proposal he sponsors to protect women’s sports to complement recent congressional action that is intended to preserve the spirit of Title IX.

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April 26, 2023

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O’Scanlon and Durr Repeat Call for Moratorium on Offshore Wind Farm Surveys

April 22, 2023

Sen. Declan O’Scanlon and Sen. Ed Durr renewed their call for Governor Murphy to pause offshore wind farm surveys to investigate if the work is responsible for dozens of whale and dolphin deaths and questioned why recently announced studies are being conducted without a pause in survey work.

Rumpf: Indefensible that Trenton Wants to Increase Funding for Inmates But Refuses to Restore School Funding Cuts

April 21, 2023

During a hearing of the Assembly Budget Committee, Assemblyman Brian Rumpf challenged the Murphy administration on its proposed budget that would increase funding for inmates while Trenton refuses to fully restore funding to targeted school districts.

VIDEO: Governor Murphy Is Living Like a KING!

April 21, 2023

Governor Murphy is living like a KING! He spent more than $500k of taxpayer funds on antique rugs and furniture to decorate his office.

Testa Urges DEP to Work with Stakeholders to Produce Plan to Protect East Point Lighthouse

April 19, 2023

Sen. Michael Testa urged the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to continue working with Maurice River Township and the Maurice River Historical Society on a plan to protect the East Point Lighthouse.

Durr: Murphy Spends Lavishly on Governor’s Office Furnishings While Slashing School & Municipal Aid

April 18, 2023

Sen. Ed Durr questioned Gov. Phil Murphy’s lavish spending to furnish the Governor’ Office when the governor is proposing cuts to State school and municipal aid.

Governor Signs Stanfield/Bucco Resolution Designating April 14 as “Military Child Appreciation Day”

April 15, 2023

Legislation sponsored by Sens. Jean Stanfield and Anthony Bucco designating April 14 of each year as “Military Child Appreciation Day” was signed into law today by Gov. Murphy.

VIDEO: New Law Lets Gov. Murphy Pull the Strings on Campaign Law Enforcement

April 14, 2023

Governor Phil Murphy just signed a law that lets him pull the strings on campaign law enforcement.

Oroho & O’Scanlon Respond to State Auditor Report Showing Murphy Administration’s Failure to Use Billions in Federal Pandemic Relief Funds

April 14, 2023

Sen. Steven Oroho and Sen. Declan O’Scanlon responded to a State Auditor report that shows that more than $5 billion in pandemic relief funds remains unspent by the Murphy administration nearly two years after it was received.

Bucco Offers Support as State and Local Officials Respond to West Milford Wildfire

April 14, 2023

Sen. Anthony M. Bucco said he’s working with State and local officials to monitor a wildfire that has spread to 250 acres along a section of Route 23 in West Milford.

O’Scanlon & Durr Introduce Resolution Urging Moratorium on Offshore Wind Projects

April 12, 2023

Sen. Declan O’Scanlon and Sen. Ed Durr introduced a resolution that urges the state and federal governments to place an immediate moratorium on all sonar testing and wind turbine mapping in response to the surge of unexplained marine wildlife deaths along the coast of New Jersey.

Durr Responds to Attorney General’s Attack on Second Amendment Rights

April 11, 2023

Sen. Ed Durr said Attorney General Matt Platkin wants to “disarm people in their homes” in the wake of a domestic violence incident in Phillipsburg.

Testa: State Board of Education Trying to Limit Participation in Public Hearings on Revisions to Student Learning Standards

April 7, 2023

Sen. Michael Testa said it is shockingly clear that the State Board of Education is trying to limit participation in three public hearings that have been planned to receive comments on draft revisions to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics

Two-Time Election Loser Stacey Abrams To Teach ‘Race And Black Politics’ At Major University

April 6, 2023

Two-Time Election Loser Stacey Abrams To Teach ‘Race And Black

Corrado Bill That Encourages Participation in State Water Assistance Program Becomes Law

April 6, 2023

Sen. Kristin Corrado’s bill that would help more struggling households get assistance with their water bills has been signed into law.

Ocean County Legislators Blast Murphy’s Funding of Transgender Website with Pandemic Relief Funds

April 5, 2023

Ocean County lawmakers questioned Gov. Phil Murphy’s use of pandemic relief funds to develop a ‘Transgender Information Hub’ website while other critical needs that could have been funded have been ignored.

Bucco Comments on Signing of Elections Transparency Act

April 4, 2023

Statement from Sen. Anthony M. Bucco on the signing of the Elections Transparency Act.

Bucco Introduces Legislation to Crackdown on Underage Drinking in Public Places

April 2, 2023

Sen. Tony Bucco has introduced legislation that would impose stricter penalties for possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages by underage individuals.

Connors, Rumpf & Gove Vote “YES” on School Funding Bill to Support Districts Hit With Catastrophic Cuts

April 2, 2023

Connors, Rumpf, and Gove voted ‘YES’ on legislation to restore 66% of the funding to 168 school districts that would otherwise be cut under Governor Murphy’s proposed budget for the 2023-2024 school year.

Bucco: With Murphy’s Energy Extremism on Full Display, There Were No Republican Votes to Confirm His BPU Nominees Today

April 2, 2023

Comments from Sen. Anthony M. Bucco after a pair of Gov. Phil Murphy’s nominees to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities failed to gain Senate confirmation.

Durr Bill Allowing Certain Military Veterans to Keep Special License Plates Signed Into Law

April 2, 2023

Sen. Edward Durr’s bill that allows veterans of military reserve units with at least six years of service to retain special license plates that identify their service has been signed into law.

Testa: Time for Murphy to End NJ’s COVID-19 State of Emergency

April 2, 2023

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.

VIDEO: Gov. Murphy Is Slashing School Funding While Spending Millions on Pork

April 2, 2023

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

April 2, 2023

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

April 2, 2023

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

April 2, 2023

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.

Author Cancels Campus Speech On Identity Politics To Avoid ‘Angry Mob’

March 27, 2023

Author Cancels Campus Speech On Identity Politics To Avoid ‘Angry

Second Legislative District Announces Pleasantville Mobile Office

March 25, 2023

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

March 24, 2023

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

March 22, 2023

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

March 21, 2023

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

March 21, 2023

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

March 21, 2023

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

March 21, 2023

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

March 18, 2023

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

March 17, 2023

Bucco Statement on the Death of Senator Ron Rice

March 16, 2023

Statement from Sen. Anthony M. Bucco on the passing of former Senator Ron Rice.

Oroho Statement on the Passing of Senator Ron Rice

March 16, 2023

Statement from Sen. Steven Oroho on the passing of former Senator Ron Rice.

Corrado Bill Supporting Local Veteran Organizations Advances

March 14, 2023

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

March 14, 2023

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.