Senator Jim Holzapfel, Assemblyman Greg McGuckin, and Assemblyman Paul Kanitra (R-10) have announced their intention to introduce a joint resolution urging the United States Senate to pass the "Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act" (SAVE Act) aimed at protecting the integrity of federal elections.
Senator Doug Steinhardt (R-23) announced his intention to introduce a resolution urging the United States Congress to pass the "Presidential Security Resources Reimbursement Act of 2024," which aims to reimburse state and local governments for services, personnel, equipment, and facilities used by the Secret Service. The Act was introduced by U.S. Congressman Tom Kean.
Senator Michael Testa (R-1) is urging the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to secure a long-term agreement with stakeholders in Maurice River Township and the Maurice River Historical Society to protect the East Point Lighthouse. The South Jersey landmark faces imminent closure as its lease agreement with the DEP recently expired.
The Camden County Health Department has been informed by the state Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) that a skunk found in Collingswood tested positive for rabies.
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.
Senator Carmen Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf, and Assemblyman Gregory E. Myhre have expressed their support for Congressman Jeff Van Drew's proposed legislation aimed at eliminating federal income taxes on Social Security payments.
Senator Joe Pennacchio (R-26) criticized the Murphy administration's energy master plan (EMP), attributing New Jersey's rising utility bills to its policies. He cautioned that without a policy shift, rates will escalate further in 2025.
The VA issued 122 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New Jersey during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 14 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.
Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Declan O'Scanlon (R-13) that expands the rights of sexual assault survivors was signed into law on September 3, 2024.
On Monday, Sept. 9, PSE&G will commence a significant gas main project in the Liberty Park neighborhood of Camden. The initiative involves replacing aging gas mains and will be executed in phases along South 9th Street, Mechanic Street, Mt. Ephraim Avenue, South 10th Street, and Ferry Avenue. Work hours are scheduled from Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with weekly updates on detours and road closures.