Garden State Times

Grants from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will support New Jersey medical centers, universities and head start centers across the state

Governor Murphy Signs New Law Clarifying that Nonprofit Movie Theaters Focused on the Arts are Eligible for Plenary Liquor Licenses

Ahead of his appearance at a summer gala benefiting the iconic Count Basie Center for the Arts’ Forever For Everyone endowment campaign, Governor Phil Murphy on Friday signed bill S-3328 into law, paving the way for the issuance of alcoholic beverage retail licenses for nonprofit movie theaters that enrich their local communities by promoting the arts.

Governor Murphy Toughens Laws Against Auto Theft

Continues the Work of the Administration to Combat Auto Theft

AG Platkin Announces Pilot Program to Reduce Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Motor Vehicle Enforcement Actions Taken by New Jersey State Police, and Fatal Motor Vehicle Crashes

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today announced the initiation of a traffic stop pilot program that will involve all members of the New Jersey State Police (NJSP) who regularly conduct motor vehicle enforcement actions in an effort to reduce motor vehicle fatalities, increase officer and roadway safety, and reduce concerning racial and ethnic disparities identified in motor vehicle enforcement actions taken by the New Jersey State Police. OAG Engages Independent Research Team Comprised of Nationally Recognized Experts to Support the Development of the Pilot Program and Independently Evaluate the Efficacy of the Reforms

Sen. Menendez, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Fully Fund Special Education Nationally

By Garden State Times Report | Jul 13, 2023

U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) joined Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) in introducing the IDEA Full Funding Act.

AG Platkin Announces New Senior Attorney to Lead a New Office Focusing on Developing Alternative and Community Responses to Mental and Behavioral Health Crises

By Garden State Times Report | Jul 13, 2023

Union County Assistant Prosecutor Joining OAG to Work with Community Stakeholders, Service Providers, and Law Enforcement to Develop Alternative Crisis Response Models and Oversee Statewide Rollout of ARRIVE Together Program

Governor Murphy Signs Major Legislation to Generate Good-Paying Union Jobs and Accelerate Growth of Emerging Sectors

By Garden State Times Report | Jul 13, 2023

Legislation Catalyzes Continued Job Generation and Expansion of Offshore Wind, Film Production, and Residential and Commercial Real Estate Industries

Sen. Menendez & Rep. Pallone Join with Local Leaders, Advocates, and Homeowners to Announce Introduction of Bipartisan National Flood Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2023

Legislation would provide greater stability for homeowners, small businesses and the real estate market

AG Platkin, Division on Civil Rights Issues New Report on White Supremacy, Best Practices for Combating Racist Violent Extremism and Radicalization

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division on Civil Rights (DCR) announced today the release of a report examining white supremacy in New Jersey.

Statement from Governor Murphy on the Passing of Two Newark Firefighters

ur hearts are heavy today as we mourn the loss of two Newark firefighters, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Governor Murphy Signs Joint Resolution Establishing July 5th as Larry Doby Day

Governor Phil Murphy today signed a joint resolution (AJR221) designating July 5th of each year as Larry Doby Day.

Booker, Menendez Applaud USDOT Announcement Awarding $6.88 Billion in Federal Transit Dollars to the Hudson River Tunnel Project

Funding is the largest ever federal investment in a mass-transit project.

Attorney General’s Office Investigating Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Jersey City

The Attorney General’s Office is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred on Saturday, July 8, 2023, in Jersey City, New Jersey. One male civilian sustained fatal injuries. His identity is not being released at this time.

Governor Murphy Signs Bill Requiring Provision of Critical Flood Risk Information for Homeowners and Renters

Governor Phil Murphy today signed bill S3110/A4783, which requires sellers of property and landlords to make certain notifications regarding flooding. Under the law sponsored by Senator Bob Smith and Assemblyman John McKeon, sellers of real property and landlords must disclose knowledge of a property’s history of flooding, flood risk, and location in a flood zone or area.

ICYMI: Governor Murphy and New Jersey Department of Education Announce Certification Fee Holiday to Support Educators

In response to recommendations from the Governor’s Task Force on Public School Shortages, Governor Phil Murphy and the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) today announced that Governor Murphy’s budget dedicates $5 million to implement an Educator Certification Fee Holiday. Effective immediately, this initiative aims to alleviate financial burden and streamline the certification process for aspiring educators across the state.

Governor Murphy Takes Action on Legislation

On July 03, Governor Phil Murphy signed the following bills into law:

Booker, Warren Call for Severance Pay and Benefits for Employees Following Bed Bath & Beyond Bankruptcy and Layoffs

U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) sent a letter to Bed Bath & Beyond CEO Sue Gove following reports that the company attempted to avoid paying severance to its workers during the store closings leading up to its bankruptcy after spending more than $11 billion in stock buybacks since 2004.

Governor Murphy Signs Legislation Expanding Eligible Uses of Sick Leave for School Employees

Governor Phil Murphy today signed a bill (A-5060/S-3440) to expand eligible reasons for which a school district employee may use their sick leave.

Division on Civil Rights Takes Enforcement Action Against Housing Providers for Failing to Comply with the Fair Chance in Housing Act