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Stanfield Bill Expanding Small-Dollar Property Tax Refunds Advances

Press ReleaseJune 2, 20230166 views

Sen. Jean Stanfield’s bill that would increase the dollar amount limit for property tax refunds and certain cancellations made by authorized municipal employees was advanced by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.

Bucco & O’Scanlon: Let’s Help New Jersey to Stay Safe this Summer

Press ReleaseJune 1, 20230216 views

Sen. Anthony M. Bucco and Sen. Declan O’Scanlon said it’s time to undo some mistakes that were made with juvenile criminal justice reforms to help New Jersey stay safe this summer.

Durr Blasts Democrat Bill that Would Punish Schools for Respecting Parental Rights

Press ReleaseJune 1, 20230285 views

Sen. Ed Durr blasted a new Democrat-sponsored bill that would impose financial penalties on school districts that remove [censored]ographic books from school libraries at the request of concerned parents.

District 10 Lawmakers to Introduce Bill Prohibiting State Agencies from Fining One Another

Press ReleaseMay 26, 20230212 views

In response to the DEP issuing a fine against the Division of Fish & Wildlife, District 10 lawmakers will introduce legislation that will prohibit state agencies from imposing civil penalties on other state agencies or bureaus.

Durr Sponsors $4.32 Billion of “Give It Back” Property Tax Relief for Towns & Counties

Press ReleaseMay 26, 20230180 views

Sen. Ed Durr is sponsoring legislation that would provide $4.32 billion of ‘Give It Back’ property tax relief to every town and county in New Jersey, including more than $100 million to the 3rd Legislative District.

Senate Advances Corrado Bill that Would Address Teacher Shortage

Press ReleaseMay 24, 20230316 views

School districts in New Jersey may soon be able to hire recently retired teachers to fill gaps in staffing thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado and approved by the New Jersey Senate.

9th District Delegation: Trenton Doesn’t Get that the Cost of Living is too High for Residents

Press ReleaseMay 24, 20230127 views

As the FY2024 State Budget hearings wind to a close, District 9 lawmakers are calling on the Murphy Administration and their legislative colleagues to make tax relief and corresponding government spending cuts priorities.

Senate Republicans Announce $4.32 Billion of “Give It Back” Property Tax Relief for Towns & Counties

Press ReleaseMay 24, 20230304 views

Sen. Declan O’Scanlon and Sen. Michael Testa announced a plan to provide $4.32 billion of ‘Give It Back’ property tax relief to New Jersey’s towns and counties.

Pennacchio & Bucco Vote “NO” on Bill that Would Pack More High-Density Housing into Towns

Press ReleaseMay 23, 20230165 views

Sen. Joe Pennacchio and Sen. Anthony M. Bucco voted against legislation today that they warned would lead to higher-density housing developments in many New Jersey towns.

Senate Clears Oroho Bill Bolstering Protections of our Financial System

Press ReleaseMay 23, 20230218 views

Sen. Steve Oroho’s legislation that would increase financial safeguards for state domiciled insurance companies was passed by the New Jersey Senate.

Senate Approves Stanfield Bill that Would Update Funding for Environmental Infrastructure Projects

Press ReleaseMay 23, 20230199 views

The NJ Senate advanced bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Jean Stanfield that would approve the updated Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Plan of the NJIB.

Senate Clears Senator Bramnick’s Bill to Teach Students How to Cope With Grief

Press ReleaseMay 23, 20230172 views

Sen. Jon Bramnick’s legislation that instructs school districts to teach students how to cope with grief and loss was passed by the New Jersey Senate.

Bramnick Bill Permitting Stalking Victims to Obtain Restraining Order Against Strangers Heads to Governor’s Desk

Press ReleaseMay 23, 20230141 views

The New Jersey Senate gave final legislative approval to a bill sponsored by Sen. Jon Bramnick that permits stalking victims to obtain restraining orders against strangers.

O’Scanlon: “I Have a Solution to the Congestion Pricing Debacle”

Press ReleaseMay 20, 20230179 views

Sen. Declan O’Scanlon urged lawmakers to pass the Automated Enforcement Inoculation Act to protect New Jersey drivers from predatory fines for out-of-state traffic violations.

Monday Preview: Senate to Consider Two Important Laws Proposed by Bramnick

Press ReleaseMay 20, 20230155 views

The New Jersey Senate will consider two important laws proposed by Sen. Jon Bramnick during its session on Monday.

Holzapfel: Lock up the Criminals not the Merchandise

Press ReleaseMay 19, 20230162 views

Sen. Jim Holzapfel is calling on the New Jersey Legislature to approve his bill that would impose strict penalties for engaging in gang shoplifting.

Committee Clears Bramnick Bill that Would Stop Trespassers from Harming Animals at Zoos

Press ReleaseMay 19, 20230147 views

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Jon Bramnick that would establish penalties and liability for causing harm to wild animals was approved today by the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Bucco Chides Trenton Democrats for Unbalanced Hearing on Whale & Dolphin Deaths

Press ReleaseMay 19, 20230148 views

Sen. Tony Bucco criticized Trenton Democrats’ hearing on marine mammal deaths today as a one-sided conversation devoid of critical perspectives.

Bucco Bill Supporting Victims of Domestic Violence Advances

Press ReleaseMay 19, 20230152 views

Sen. Bucco’s bill that supports victims of domestic violence by allowing plaintiffs to obtain police evidence to support their case was approved by the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee.

Pennacchio & Durr Express Support for Hanover School District Policy to Keep Parents Informed

Press ReleaseMay 19, 20230212 views

Sen. Joe Pennacchio and Sen. Ed Durr expressed support for a policy adopted by the Hanover Township Board of Education that requires staff to notify parents when they become aware of anything that may impact a student’s well-being.

Polistina Bill Expanding PFRS and SPRS Beneficiaries Advances

Press ReleaseMay 19, 20230156 views

Sen. Polistina’s bill that expands the eligibility of surviving children to receive pension benefits from deceased members of the SPRS and the PFRS was approved by the State Government, Wagering, Tourism, and Historic Preservation Senate Committee.

GOP leaders warn Gopal’s power grab will eliminate competition not corruption

Press ReleaseMay 18, 20230183 views

Sen. Oroho and Asm. DiMaio warned that legislation sponsored by Sen. Vin Gopal to ban county constitutional officers from serving as county party leaders will deal a blow to the electoral process, not prevent conflicts of interest.

Bramnick’s Gang Shoplifting Bill Needed More Than Ever

Press ReleaseMay 18, 20230147 views

In response to the theft that occurred at the Dior store in Short Hills, Sen. Jon Bramnick is calling on the New Jersey Legislature to pass his bill that would make gang shoplifting a crime.

Oroho & Testa Slam NYC Congestion Pricing as “Tax Hike on New Jerseyans”

Press ReleaseMay 17, 20230160 views

Senators Steven Oroho and Michael Testa criticized New York Governor Kathy Hochul and the Transportation Department’s Federal Highway Administration for moving forward with Manhattan’s congestion pricing plan.

REVISED: Bucco and “WITH Grace Initiative” to Host Childhood Cancer Advocacy Day on June 20

Press ReleaseMay 17, 20230220 views

Sen. Anthony Bucco and WITH Grace Initiative will host Childhood Cancer Advocacy Day to help advocate for the youngest cancer survivors, raise awareness for childhood cancer, and discuss ways to fund pediatric cancer research.