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News from December 2024

FOIA Request Sent to New Jersey State Board of Education Regarding Instructional Mandates for State K-12 Schools on December 10, 2024

By Garden State Times | Dec 10, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the New Jersey State Board of Education regarding instructional mandates for state K-12 schools on December 10, 2024.

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Resolution advances for menstrual toxic shock syndrome awareness day

By Garden State Times | Dec 10, 2024

Senator Declan O’Scanlon's resolution to establish March 30 as Menstrual Toxic Shock Syndrome Awareness Day has moved forward with unanimous support from the Senate Health, Human Services & Senior Citizens Committee.

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Donald Norcross addresses key issues including wage theft and defense policy

By Garden State Times | Dec 10, 2024

On December 10th, Congressman Donald Norcross addressed wage theft based on personal experiences as a truck driver while also discussing U.S. leadership in NATO at their annual forum.

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Support grows for naming VA clinic after WWII veteran

By Garden State Times | Dec 9, 2024

Senator Carmen Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian Rumpf, and Assemblyman Gregory Myhre have expressed their backing for H.R. 9997, a bill introduced by Congressman Chris Smith.

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New Jersey legislators call for transparency on drone sightings

By Garden State Times | Dec 9, 2024

Senator Parker Space, Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia, and Assemblyman Mike Inganamort have expressed concerns about drones flying over New Jersey.

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Pennacchio proposes bill for New Jersey government efficiency department

By Garden State Times | Dec 9, 2024

Senator Joe Pennacchio, representing New Jersey's 26th District, has announced plans to introduce a bill aimed at creating the New Jersey Department of Government Efficiency.

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Republican lawmakers criticize governor over new school library legislation

By Garden State Times | Dec 9, 2024

Senator Parker Space and Assembly Members Dawn Fantasia and Michael Inganamort, Republican lawmakers from New Jersey's 24th Legislative District, have voiced their disapproval of recent legislation signed by Governor Murphy.

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Congressman Donald Norcross discusses inclusivity and local politics

By Garden State Times | Dec 9, 2024

Congressman Donald Norcross shared insights on inclusivity through technology and congratulated Senator Andy Kim's recent achievements.

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Bucco leads delegation supporting Picatinny Arsenal at Pentagon

By Garden State Times | Dec 9, 2024

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco, along with Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill and Congressman Tom Kean Jr., led a delegation to the Pentagon and Capitol Hill to support the Picatinny Arsenal.

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Commissioners honor Pearl Harbor anniversary with ceremonies and awards

By Garden State Times | Dec 7, 2024

The Board of Commissioners, alongside the Office of Veterans Affairs and members of the Gloucester County Board of Commissioners, gathered with local veterans on Friday to commemorate the 83rd anniversary of Pearl Harbor.

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Analysis: New Jersey one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Garden State Times | Dec 6, 2024

An analysis by Garden State Times shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” New Jersey is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls' high school sports.

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Urologists group urges ‘more transparent reporting and oversight’ of federal drug program utilized by 27 NJ hospitals

By Garden State Times | Dec 6, 2024

​​​​​​The Large Urology Group Practice Association (LUGPA) said the federal 340b drug discount program needs more “transparent reporting and oversight.”

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Steinhardt urges bipartisan panel on New Jersey drone incidents

By Garden State Times | Dec 6, 2024

Senator Doug Steinhardt has urged the Assembly Speaker and Senate President to form a bipartisan panel to investigate the drone situation in New Jersey.

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Senate committee approves renaming highway to honor fallen service members' families

By Garden State Times | Dec 5, 2024

Today, the Senate Transportation Committee approved a bipartisan bill led by Senator Parker Space (R-24) to rename the Blue Star Memorial Highway as the Blue and Gold Star Memorial Highway system.

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Polistina's bill on family leave for child loss passes committee

By Garden State Times | Dec 5, 2024

Bipartisan legislation introduced by Senator Vince Polistina has successfully passed the Senate Labor Committee.

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Holzapfel and Diegnan's bill for Revolutionary War license plate advances

By Garden State Times | Dec 5, 2024

Today, a bill proposed by Senator Jim Holzapfel and Senator Patrick Diegnan to create a special license plate marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution passed through committee.

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Senator addresses drone sightings over Morris County

By Garden State Times | Dec 5, 2024

For several weeks, municipalities in and around Morris County, New Jersey, have reported drone sightings.

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Senate committee passes bill encouraging civic engagement among poll workers

By Garden State Times | Dec 5, 2024

The Senate Labor Committee has approved a bipartisan bill sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado, representing the 40th District.

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Bucco's bill on workers' compensation insurance passes committee

By Garden State Times | Dec 5, 2024

The Senate Labor Committee has approved legislation sponsored by Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco.

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Camden County issues Code Blue advisory amid cold weather concerns

By Garden State Times | Dec 5, 2024

Commissioner Virginia Betteridge has announced a Code Blue Advisory for Camden County, effective from Thursday evening through Sunday morning.