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Senate Advances Corrado Bill that Would Address Teacher Shortage

May 24, 2023

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

May 24, 2023

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

May 24, 2023

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

May 23, 2023

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

May 23, 2023

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

May 23, 2023

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

May 23, 2023

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

May 23, 2023

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”

May 20, 2023

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

May 20, 2023

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

May 19, 2023

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

May 19, 2023

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

May 19, 2023

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

May 19, 2023

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

May 19, 2023

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

May 19, 2023

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

May 18, 2023

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

May 18, 2023

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”

May 17, 2023

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

May 17, 2023

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.

Oroho, O’Scanlon, Testa & Steinhardt Slam Murphy’s Mismanagement of Federal Stimulus Money

May 17, 2023

Senators O’Scanlon, Oroho, Testa, and Steinhardt slammed Governor Murphy’s mismanagement of federal COVID block grant funding after reports surfaced that the federal government may rescind idle federal stimulus funds.

Fatal Stabbing in Trenton Under Investigation

May 16, 2023

TRENTON, NJ – The Mercer County Homicide Task Force and the Trenton Police Department are investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred last Sunday evening . …

Governor Signs Senator Bramnick’s Seinfeld Bill

May 16, 2023

Sen. Jon Bramnick’s bill that requires telemarketers to identify themselves and who they represent within the first 30 seconds of a sales call was signed into law.

District 10 Lawmakers: Murphy’s DEP Just Issued a $266,000 Fine…to Itself

May 16, 2023

Sen. Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Greg McGuckin and John Catalano are asking how the New Jersey DEP is going to issue a fine to the Division of Fish & Wildlife’s Bureau of Land Management.

Corrado Bill Improving Road Safety for Individuals with Disabilities Signed into Law

May 16, 2023

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that would allow individuals diagnosed with a communication disability to indicate that status on their driver’s license was signed into law today by Gov. Murphy.

Committee Clears Stanfield Bill that Would Update Funding for Environmental Infrastructure Projects

May 16, 2023

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

New Jersey bill to regulate baby wipes advances in Trenton

May 15, 2023

TRENTON, NJ – Legislation aimed at preventing sewer system clogs caused by non-flushable wipes has advanced in the Senate Commerce Committee. Senators Gordon Johnson and …

No Criminal Charges Filed in 2021 Trenton Police Involved Scooter Crash Death

May 13, 2023

TRENTON, NJ – On Monday, a state grand jury decided not to file any criminal charges in connection with the 2021 death of Francis Delacruz …

Testa: Is Murphy’s DOH Changing School Vaccine Requirements Without Notifying Parents?

May 12, 2023

Sen. Michael Testa called on Governor Murphy to clarify the intent of a request from the Department of Health (DOH) for proposed rule revisions on vaccine requirements for students.

Corrado Bill Protecting Newborn Babies Advances

May 12, 2023

Sen. Corrado’s bill that protects the lives of newborn babies by giving parents more options to surrender their infants safely and anonymously was approved by the Senate Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizen Committee.

Bucco Says Democrats Can “No Longer Ignore” Whale Deaths

May 12, 2023

Sen. Bucco issued a response after Assembly Democrats announced that they will be holding a hearing to discuss marine mammal deaths in New Jersey.

Schepisi: Murphy Administration Won’t Admit They’re Considering New Vaccine Requirements for School Children

May 11, 2023

Sen. Holly Schepisi said the Murphy administration won’t admit it’s considering adopting new vaccine requirements for school children even after the New Jersey Department of Health sent proposed rule changes and a solicitation for comments to ‘stakeholders’ on May 8.

MEDIA ADVISORY (5/22): Bucco and “WITH Grace Initiative” to Host Childhood Cancer Advocacy Day in State House

May 10, 2023

VIDEO: Testa Talks About Republican Efforts to Save the Whales on Fox News with Martha MacCallum

May 10, 2023

Sen. Michael Testa appeared on Fox News with Martha MacCallum to discuss Republican efforts to protect whales, dolphins, and the Jersey Shore from Big Wind.

Pennacchio Introduces Legislation to Help Towns Meet Affordable Housing Obligations

May 10, 2023

Sen. Joe Pennacchio has introduced legislation that would help towns meet a significant portion of their affordable housing obligations through regional contribution agreements.

Oroho Bill Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Extortion Signed Into Law

May 9, 2023

Sen. Oroho’s bill that would establish the crime of sexual extortion to fight a growing trend that often victimizes minors was signed into law.

Bucco & Schepisi Bill to Provide Career Pathways for Ex-Offenders Advances

May 9, 2023

Sen. Bucco and Sen. Schepisi’s bill that provides employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals was approved by the Senate Labor Committee.

Bucco Bill Providing More Public Notice for Land Development Advances

May 9, 2023

Sen. Bucco’s bill that improves public notice for proposed land development has passed the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.

Singer Bill that Would Protect Senior Citizens Living in Retirement Communities Clears Committee

May 9, 2023

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would prohibit common interest communities from penalizing members who place a unit into a living, revocable trust fund was approved today by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.

VIDEO: Testa Talks About Wind Farm Concerns & Whale Deaths on Fox & Friends

May 6, 2023

Sen. Michael Testa appeared on Fox & Friends to talk about Republican efforts to save whales and dolphins, protect the environment, and prevent economic harm to the Jersey Shore.

Pennacchio Lends Support to Moms Fighting Woke Policies in School Library

May 6, 2023

Sen. Joe Pennacchio expressed his support for a pair of Roxbury mothers who have been sued for expressing their concerns about sexually explicit books in their children’s school library.

Bucco: Let Churches Apply for County Grants to Fix Historic Buildings

May 5, 2023

Sen. Tony Bucco is calling on the NJ Legislature to consider his resolution that would allow public funds to be used for the historic preservation of churches or other places of worship.

Trenton police arrest suspect in double shooting

May 4, 2023

TRENTON, NJ – A suspect wanted for a double shooting in Trenton in January has been arrested this week. On January 8, 2023, the Trenton …

Connors, Rumpf & Gove Oppose Offshore Wind Turbines at Virtual Hearing

May 4, 2023

Sen. Christopher Connors, Asm. Brian Rumpf, and Asw. DiAnne Gove expressed their opposition to offshore wind turbines during an independent hearing on whale and dolphin deaths that was held virtually by New Jersey Senate Republicans.

VIDEO: Senate Republicans Explore Whale Deaths & Wind Farm Concerns at Independent Hearing

May 4, 2023

New Jersey Senate Republicans hosted an independent hearing where the surge of whale and dolphin deaths along the Jersey Shore and potential links to wind farms were discussed.

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.