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Camden County issues Code Blue Advisory due to forecasted extreme cold

By Garden State Times | Dec 20, 2024

Commissioner Jonathan Young, who is associated with the Camden County Department of Public Safety, has announced a Code Blue Advisory for the region.

Bucco's bill on fire safety standards progresses in New Jersey Senate

By Garden State Times | Dec 19, 2024

The New Jersey Senate has approved a bill introduced by Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco aimed at updating fire safety standards.

Bramnick praises FAA for grounding drones over security concerns

By Garden State Times | Dec 19, 2024

Senator Jon Bramnick from New Jersey has expressed his approval of the Federal Aviation Administration's decision to temporarily ground drones in certain areas of the state.

Singer's bill on maternal mortality passes committee

By Garden State Times | Dec 19, 2024

Bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing New Jersey's maternal mortality rate has advanced in the legislative process.

Testa's bill for $7.65M education grant for CCTEC passes New Jersey Senate

By Garden State Times | Dec 19, 2024

The New Jersey Senate has approved legislation that would allocate a $7.65 million grant to the Cumberland County Technical Education Center (CCTEC).

Mergers Are Increasing NJ Healthcare Costs

By Zainab C. Khan, MPH | Dec 18, 2024

According to the latest reports released in October by the State of New Jersey, Garden State residents are facing some of the highest healthcare costs in the nation,. In fact, per-person spending for adults in New Jersey that are insured through an employer is 15% higher per month than the national average, $659 per month compared to $575.

Skate park opens in Cooper River Park with community support

By Garden State Times | Dec 18, 2024

On Wednesday, the Board of Commissioners, along with local elected officials and members of the skateboarding community, inaugurated a new skate park in the Cherry Hill Township section of Cooper River Park. “This skatepark has been long awaited...

Steinhardt urges action on farmland bill amid drone concerns

By Garden State Times | Dec 18, 2024

Amid growing concerns about unidentified drones in New Jersey, Senator Doug Steinhardt has criticized Trenton Democrats for not advancing his proposed legislation aimed at restricting foreign ownership of agricultural land.

Polistina bill on vehicular homicide penalties advances in Senate

By Garden State Times | Dec 18, 2024

The Senate Judiciary Committee has unanimously passed a bill sponsored by Senator Vince Polistina aimed at strengthening penalties for vehicular homicide.

Senate committee advances bill on newspaper use for public notices

By Garden State Times | Dec 17, 2024

The Senate Judiciary Committee has approved a bipartisan bill that aims to amend current legislation, allowing public bodies to continue using newspapers for public notices.

Bill prioritizing dental care for disabled veterans passes committee

By Garden State Times | Dec 17, 2024

The Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee has approved a bill aimed at improving access to dental care for fully disabled veterans.

Corrado's bill on juvenile delinquency cases passes Senate committee

By Garden State Times | Dec 17, 2024

Senator Kristin Corrado's bill, aimed at improving the handling of juvenile delinquency cases within the local criminal justice system, has successfully passed through the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Polistina's bill advances to ensure fair retirement benefits for admin law judges

By Garden State Times | Dec 17, 2024

Senator Vince Polistina's bipartisan legislation has moved forward in the legislative process.

Pennacchio praises Trump's role in addressing New Jersey drone concerns

By Garden State Times | Dec 17, 2024

Senator Joe Pennacchio has expressed approval for President-elect Donald Trump's involvement in addressing the issue of drones flying over New Jersey.

Testa's bill passes committee for Cumberland school education grant

By Garden State Times | Dec 17, 2024

The Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism and Historic Preservation Committee has approved a bipartisan bill sponsored by Senator Michael Testa.

Government Waste Watchdog: ‘We have to fix the mess’ in federal drug discount program in which 27 NJ hospitals participate

By Garden State Times News Service | Dec 17, 2024

A government waste watchdog group said a federal drug discount program in which 27 New Jersey hospitals participate is a “mess” and needs more oversight.

NJ Health Reform Group: PBMs 'have been charged with manipulating the market and inflating the cost of medicines for patients'

By Garden State Times | Dec 16, 2024

As Congress enters its lame-duck session following the election, one urgent issue on the legislative agenda is the need to reform the pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) industry. PBMs, which act as intermediaries in the prescription drug supply chain, are under scrutiny for manipulating the market and driving up the cost of medicines for patients.