Governor Murphy Proposes 10% Alcohol Tax Hike to Boost New Jersey Revenue
Trenton, NJ—New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has proposed raising the state’s alcoholic beverage tax by 10%, a move aimed at generating an additional $18.5 million in revenue for the fiscal year 2026…
NJ candidate for governor proposes Department of Voter Efficiency to clean voter rolls
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Joseph Rudy Rullo has pledged to establish a Department of Voter Efficiency, citing concerns over state voter roll inaccuracies and illegal migrants in those voting…
New Jersey Proposes New Ban on Sporks, Forks and Single Use Condiments
Trenton, NJ – First they came for styrofoam packaging. Then they took away the single use plastic bags. A statewide plastic straw ban followed that. Now Democrats in Trenton are coming for…
New Jersey proposes law to standardize battlefield cross memorials with traditional symbols
TRENTON, N.J. — A proposed bill in New Jersey seeks to require all battlefield cross memorials across the state to include the symbolic configuration of a vertical rifle, helmet, boots, and dog…
Jersey City proposes cultural arts district to drive economic growth in Journal Square
JERSEY CITY, NJ — Mayor Steven M. Fulop and the Jersey City Redevelopment Authority (JCRA) introduced an ordinance at Wednesday’s City Council meeting to establish a Cultural Arts Special Improvement District (SID)…
New Jersey bill proposes abortion travel advisory system and threat levels
TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature seeks to create a “Reproductive Health Travel Advisory” to inform residents about the varying levels of access to reproductive healthcare…
Biden Proposes Term Limits for the Supreme Court, None for Congress or Senate
Washington, D.C. — President Joe Biden has put forward a series of reforms aimed at addressing concerns about the integrity and independence of the Supreme Court and ensuring accountability for former Presidents.…
New Jersey Proposes Ban on Gas Leaf Blowers
New Jersey Senate Moves Forward with Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Restrictions TRENTON, NJ—First, it was your gas car. Then it was your gas stove and gas fireplace. Now, they are coming for your…
Louisiana Proposes Surgical Castration for Sex Offenders
BATON ROUGE, LA — A new legislative proposal, Senate Bill No. 371, introduced by Senator Barrow, is currently under review in Louisiana. This bill, if passed, would mandate surgical castration for individuals…
New Jersey Proposes Alternatives to Detention for Juvenile Gun Crimes
TRENTON, NJ—New legislation in New Jersey seeks to reform the treatment of juveniles charged with firearms offenses by introducing alternatives to detention. The bill proposes using residential and non-residential reengagement centers as…
New Jersey Bill Proposes Tax Deduction for In Vitro Fertilization Costs
TRENTON, NJ—A new bill in New Jersey aims to offer financial relief to residents undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) by allowing them to claim a significant tax deduction. The proposed legislation would…
New Jersey Proposes Tax Exemption for Military Basic Pay
TRENTON, NJ — A legislative proposal, introduced on Thursday, seeks to exempt basic pay for active duty military service from gross income taxation in New Jersey. Assembly members Gerry Scharfenberger and Victoria…
New Jersey Proposes State-FundedAwareness Marketing Campaign For Doula Services
TRENTON, NJ – A new bill in New Jersey mandates the creation of a public awareness campaign about doulas, led by the Commissioner of Human Services in consultation with the Commissioner of…
Con Edison Proposes Construction of Vital Offshore Wind Energy Conduit to Power Station in Howell Township
HOWELL TOWNSHIP, NJ — National Grid Venturesand Con Edison Transmission have jointly proposed the construction of the Garden State Energy Path. This infrastructure project aims to transmit approximately 6 gigawatts of offshore…
New Jersey Proposes Ban on Cosmetic Alterations to Dogs
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Assemblyman Sterley S. Stanley has introduced legislation aimed at prohibiting the cosmetic cropping of dogs’ ears and tail docking within the state. The bill, targeting these specific…
Swing-State Dem Senator Proposes $400,000 To Fund Trans Center After Director Accused Of Sexual Abuse
Swing-State Dem Senator Proposes $400,000 To Fund Trans Center After Director Accused Of Sexual Abuse Kate Anderson on March 21, 2024 Democratic Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania requested $400,000 in taxpayer dollars…
New Jersey Proposes Laws to Regulate Hair Washing
TRENTON, NJ – A bill under consideration in New Jersey seeks to introduce a regulatory framework for individuals aspiring to become shampoo technicians without pursuing a professional license from the New Jersey…
New Jersey Lawmaker Proposes Fining Business Owners Who Hire Undocumented Migrants
TRENTON, NJ—A bill submitted for approval in the New Jersey legislature seeks to fine business owners who hire undocumented migrants. Assemblyman Alex Sauickie has been waiting to move the bill in the…
Biden Proposes Increasing Budget Of Agency Pushing Gun Regulations By 30%
Biden Proposes Increasing Budget Of Agency Pushing Gun Regulations By 30% Katelynn Richardson on March 11, 2024 President Joe Biden’s proposed budget includes a 30% boost to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco,…
Maryland Senate Proposes New Legislation for Partial Expungement of Criminal Charges
ANNAPOLIS, MD — The Maryland General Assembly is considering a groundbreaking bill introduced by Senator Carter that seeks to amend current limitations on the expungement of criminal charges. Senate Bill 11 aims…
New Legislation Proposes Changes to Teacher Certification Requirements in New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ – A bill introduced in New Jersey seeks to alter the requirements for teacher candidates aspiring to obtain an instructional certificate with an elementary school teacher endorsement. The proposed legislation…
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka Proposes Bold Progressive Agenda in Campaign for New Jersey Governor
Newark, NJ – Newark Mayor Ras Baraka is positioning himself as a leading progressive candidate in the Democratic primary to succeed Governor Phil Murphy, proposing a series of policies that push the…
New Jersey Assemblywoman Proposes Certification for Sober Living Homes
Trenton, NJ – Assemblywoman Aura Dunn is championing legislation to establish a certification process for sober living homes and their operators in New Jersey, aiming to safeguard individuals in recovery and uphold…
Exclusive-France proposes Hezbollah withdrawal, border talks for Israel-Lebanon truce
By Laila Bassam, Maya Gebeily and John Irish BEIRUT/PARIS (Reuters) – France has delivered a written proposal to Beirut aimed at ending hostilities with Israel and settling the disputed Lebanon-Israel frontier, according…
French company Vivendi proposes to split into four entities
PARIS (Reuters) – French media company Vivendi said on Tuesday its management board proposed to its supervisory board, which gave its approval on the matter, a split up of its activities around…
New Jersey Proposes Sweeping Affordable Housing Reforms, Abolishment of COAH
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers have introduced a groundbreaking bill that aims to overhaul the state’s approach to affordable housing. The proposed legislation seeks to abolish the Council on Affordable Housing…
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