State Senator Anthony M. Bucco (NJ)
Recent News About State Senator Anthony M. Bucco (NJ)
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Senator Singer introduces resolution commemorating October 7th attack on Israel
Senator Robert Singer has introduced a bipartisan resolution to mark the anniversary of the October 7th attack by Hamas on Israel. The resolution aims to reaffirm solidarity with Israel and those affected by the attack.
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Amato's bill aims to boost personal needs allowance for NJ nursing home residents
Bipartisan legislation aimed at increasing the personal needs allowance for nursing home residents in New Jersey has progressed through the Senate Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizens Committee. The bill, sponsored by Senator Carmen Amato (R-9), seeks to address financial challenges faced by seniors and vulnerable residents in assisted-living facilities.
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Schepisi honored by Food Council Committee at annual breakfast
Senator Holly Schepisi of New Jersey's 39th district was awarded the "Outstanding Legislator Award" by the Food Council Committee for Good Government. The accolade was presented during the 50th Annual Good Government Breakfast on October 1, 2024, in Monroe Township, NJ.
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Bucco's bill on fire safety standards advances in committee
Today, the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee approved a bill proposed by Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco aimed at updating fire safety standards. The legislation seeks to address challenges faced by fire departments in finding qualified inspectors and managing staffing shortages.
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Polistina's bill on outdoor space usage for eateries passes committee
Senator Vince Polistina's bipartisan bill, which aims to make permanent the temporary COVID-era laws allowing restaurants and certain alcoholic beverage retailers to utilize adjacent outdoor spaces or public sidewalks, has passed the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
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Polistina proposes tax exemption on tips for New Jersey service workers
Senator Vince Polistina has introduced a bill aimed at exempting tips from being taxed under New Jersey's gross income tax. The proposed legislation, identified as S-3741, seeks to remove tips from the list of taxable income categories.
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New law aims to tackle New Jersey's school bus driver shortage
Senator Vince Polistina's legislation to address the shortage of school bus drivers in New Jersey has been signed into law by Governor Murphy. The new law allows drivers with a Type S School Bus certificate to transport children, aiming to alleviate the ongoing driver shortage.
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Pennacchio criticizes handling of veteran home failures amid DOJ complaint
Following the Department of Justice's complaint against the Murphy administration concerning state-run veterans' homes, Senator Joe Pennacchio (R-26) expressed his criticism of their management. The complaint addresses failures during the pandemic and proposes a consent decree.
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Bucco and Testa criticize Governor Murphy's energy policies after committee testimony
Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco and Senate Republican Whip Michael Testa have voiced their concerns following testimony from the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee. The senators criticized what they see as the negative impact of Governor Murphy's energy policies on New Jersey residents.
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District 9 legislators challenge utility rate hikes impacting local residents
Senator Carmen Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf, and Assemblyman Gregory E. Myhre have presented testimony to the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee regarding the rising electricity costs affecting District 9 residents. The delegation expressed concerns about the financial strain these increases place on constituents, particularly senior citizens and those on fixed incomes.
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O'Scanlon congratulates Beck on Racing Commission appointment
Senator Declan O’Scanlon has extended his congratulations to former New Jersey State Senator Jennifer Beck on her recent appointment to the New Jersey Racing Commission.
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New Jersey Senate approves bill allowing oncologists' referrals to in-house pharmacies
The New Jersey Senate has approved bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Holly Schepisi (R-39) to allow oncology practitioners to refer patients to in-house pharmacies. This move comes in response to a new legal interpretation by the New Jersey Board of Pharmacy that would have ended this practice.
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Senate committee advances bill for deaf designation on vehicle registrations
Senator Parker Space's bill to add a designation on motor vehicle registration information indicating the registrant is deaf has passed the Senate Transportation Committee.
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Bill establishing special ed transportation task force passes committee
Senator Kristin Corrado's bill to create a special education transportation task force has successfully passed the Senate Education Committee. The legislation aims to improve the safety and reliability of transportation for special needs children across the state.
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Senator Tiver's bill for safer New Jersey roads passes committee
A bill proposed by Senator Latham Tiver (R-08) aimed at increasing road safety in New Jersey has successfully passed the Senate Transportation Committee. The legislation mandates an annual public awareness campaign to be conducted by the New Jersey Department of Transportation to inform residents about new move-over laws.
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Bill allowing disabled vets and Purple Heart recipients special parking passes committee
The Senate Transportation Committee has approved a bill introduced by Senator Latham Tiver (R-08) that allows holders of disabled veteran or Purple Heart license plates or placards to park in spots designated for persons with disabilities.
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New Jersey Senate passes bill funding summer tuition aid grants
Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Robert Singer (R-30) that would fund summer tuition aid grants (TAG) was passed by the New Jersey Senate.
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Senator introduces bills aimed at aiding individuals in addiction recovery
Senator Vince Polistina introduced two bills aimed at assisting those in recovery from addiction.
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New bill upgrading penalties for home burglaries passes NJ Assembly
Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) that would upgrade penalties for residential home burglaries was passed by the New Jersey State Assembly today and awaits Governor Murphy’s signature to become law.
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Bramnick calls for investigation into anti-Semitic act at Westfield school
Senator Jon Bramnick (R-21) has called for the New Jersey Attorney General to investigate an anti-Semitic act at Tamaques Elementary School in Westfield. The incident involved a swastika being discovered scratched on a classroom chair during the school’s Back-to-School Night.