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Senator Bucco attends commissioning of USS New Jersey

By Garden State Times | Sep 14, 2024

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) attended the commissioning ceremony for the USS New Jersey, the first Virginia-class nuclear submarine designed with crew gender integration in mind.

VA provides 27.0% fewer home purchase loans in New Jersey in Q2

By Garden State Times | Sep 14, 2024

There were 438 VA home purchases in New Jersey in the second quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $181.8 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Individual income tax revenue up 25.1% from previous quarter in New Jersey

By Garden State Times | Sep 13, 2024

The first quarter brought in $4.8 billion in individual income tax revenue for New Jersey, a 25.1% increase from the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Steinhardt criticizes governor's conditional veto on Hurricane Ida aid bill

By Garden State Times | Sep 13, 2024

Senator Doug Steinhardt (R-23) has issued a statement regarding Governor Murphy's conditional veto of legislation aimed at providing assistance to New Jersey residents severely impacted by Hurricane Ida.

Bucco commends bipartisan efforts to preserve Drew Forest

By Garden State Times | Sep 13, 2024

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) issued a statement commending the ongoing efforts of federal, state, and local stakeholders to preserve Drew Forest.

Bill expanding background checks for healthcare professionals signed into law

By Garden State Times | Sep 12, 2024

Legislation sponsored by Senator Robert Singer (R-30) requiring criminal background checks for individuals seeking licensure from certain health care boards was signed into law today.

Commissioners unveil new softball field at Cooper River Park

By Garden State Times | Sep 12, 2024

On Thursday, Commissioner Jeffrey Nash joined the Camden County Parks Department to unveil a softball field at Cooper River Park. The project is part of Parks Alive 2025, a $100 million plan to revitalize the county’s 24 parks, conservation areas, and waterways.

Governor Murphy signs bill approving sale of Central Park School

By Garden State Times | Sep 12, 2024

Today, Governor Murphy signed Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco’s (R-25) bill to approve the sale of the Central Park School in the Township of Morris to the Morris County Educational Services Commission.

Governor signs bill exempting metal bullion from sales tax

By Garden State Times | Sep 12, 2024

Today, Senator Doug Steinhardt’s (R-23) bill that exempts the sale of metal bullion and investment coins from sales tax was signed by Governor Murphy.

District 10 legislators urge U.S. Senate passage of SAVE Act

By Garden State Times | Sep 11, 2024

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.

New Jersey ranks 29th in total VA home loans during Q2

By Garden State Times | Sep 10, 2024

New Jersey ranked 29th in the nation in VA home loans in the second quarter of 2024, with 778 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Steinhardt urges Congress to pass reimbursement bill for state & local governments

By Garden State Times | Sep 10, 2024

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.

Pennacchio criticizes NJ’s COVID-19 response amid Cuomo’s congressional testimony

By Garden State Times | Sep 10, 2024

Disgraced former Governor Andrew Cuomo testified to Congress about New York's COVID-19 response.

Camden County announces mosquito spraying schedule for September 12

By Garden State Times | Sep 9, 2024

Early Friday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will be active in Camden County, conducting spraying and surveillance operations.

Camden County continues summer concert series with Symphony in C and Los Lonely Boys

By Garden State Times | Sep 9, 2024

The Board of Commissioners will continue its Summer Concert Series with three performances this week in Cherry Hill, NJ.

Mosquito control spraying scheduled across Camden County early Tuesday morning

By Garden State Times | Sep 9, 2024

Early Tuesday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will conduct spraying and surveillance operations throughout Camden County.

Testa urges long-term deal for East Point Lighthouse preservation

By Garden State Times | Sep 9, 2024

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.