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News from December 2024

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Bucco's veteran benefits bill progresses in committee

By Garden State Times | Dec 16, 2024

The Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee has advanced a bipartisan piece of legislation sponsored by Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco.

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Polistina's bill on teacher pensions passes committee

By Garden State Times | Dec 16, 2024

Senator Vince Polistina's legislation aimed at providing teachers with fairer pension benefits has successfully passed the Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee.

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Bucco urges Biden Administration to act after drone disrupts NY airport

By Garden State Times | Dec 15, 2024

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco has called on the Biden administration to address drone-related disruptions at airports, following an incident that led to the temporary closure of Orange County airport in New York.

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New Jersey officials demand clarity on unexplained drone activity

By Garden State Times | Dec 13, 2024

Senator Michael Testa, Assemblyman Antwan McClellan, and Assemblyman Erik Simonsen have expressed their concerns over unexplained drone activity in New Jersey.

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Senator calls for investigation into drone sightings in New Jersey

By Garden State Times | Dec 13, 2024

Senator Jon Bramnick of New Jersey has called for an investigation by the Department of Defense into recent drone sightings in the state.

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Congressman Donald Norcross discusses union meetings and legislative achievements

By Garden State Times | Dec 13, 2024

Congressman Donald Norcross shares updates on his advocacy work with unions and reflects on legislative successes via social media posts dated December 11 and December 13, 2024

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New Jersey declared a Purple Heart State under new bipartisan resolution

By Garden State Times | Dec 12, 2024

Today, a bipartisan joint resolution sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado has been signed into law, declaring New Jersey as a Purple Heart State.

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Senate Republicans urge Murphy to address unexplained drone sightings with federal help

By Garden State Times | Dec 12, 2024

The New Jersey Senate Republican Caucus has reached out to Governor Murphy, urging him to advocate for swift federal intervention concerning unexplained drone sightings across the state.

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Committee approves bill for farmland assessment review commission

By Garden State Times | Dec 12, 2024

The Senate Economic Growth Committee has approved a bill sponsored by Senator Joe Pennacchio and Senator Anthony Bucco.

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Camden County issues Code Blue Advisory amid forecasted severe cold

By Garden State Times | Dec 12, 2024

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

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Senator Pennacchio urges Trump to investigate mysterious drones in New Jersey

By Garden State Times | Dec 12, 2024

Today, Senator Joe Pennacchio from New Jersey's 26th District sent a letter to President-elect Donald J. Trump.

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New Jersey: Biologics companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in New Jersey in Q3

By Garden State Times | Dec 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted eight inspections at eight Biologics companies from New Jersey in the third quarter of 2024.

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NJ Republicans urge federal action on drone sightings

By Garden State Times | Dec 11, 2024

The Senate Republican Caucus of New Jersey has issued a statement urging federal intervention regarding unexplained drone sightings across the state.

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New Jersey legislators seek answers on recent drone sightings

By Garden State Times | Dec 11, 2024

Members of the Legislative Delegation from New Jersey have expressed concerns regarding recent drone sightings in the state.

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Camden police intensify efforts against property crimes

By Garden State Times | Dec 11, 2024

The Camden County Police Department is actively working to reduce property crimes such as illegal dumping and graffiti in the city.

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Bramnick urges drone ban in New Jersey amid unexplained sightings

By Garden State Times | Dec 10, 2024

Senator Jon Bramnick of New Jersey has called for a temporary state of emergency in response to mysterious drone sightings across the state.