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Tiver supports restoring funding for districts affected by state cuts

By Garden State Times | Mar 27, 2025

Senator Latham Tiver has announced his support for new legislation aimed at restoring funding for school districts affected by state aid reductions from fiscal year 2018 to 2025.

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Bucco and Testa call for action on New Jersey's rising energy costs

By Garden State Times | Mar 27, 2025

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco and Senate Republican Whip Michael Testa are taking action to address the rising utility bills in New Jersey.

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How many H-1B petitions made by New Jersey employers were approved during 2024?

By Garden State Times | Mar 26, 2025

In 2024, 97.9% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in New Jersey were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Camden County issues Code Blue advisory amid falling temperatures

By Garden State Times | Mar 26, 2025

Commissioner Jonathan Young, associated with the Camden County Department of Public Safety, has announced a Code Blue Advisory for the region.

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Donald Norcross discusses labor history and current issues

By Garden State Times | Mar 26, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross recently addressed historical labor tragedies and current labor issues through his social media posts dated March 25-26, 2025.

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O'Scanlon proposes bill to restore full funding for affected NJ school districts

By Garden State Times | Mar 26, 2025

Senator Declan O’Scanlon of New Jersey is set to introduce a bill aimed at restoring full funding to school districts that have experienced net losses in State aid from fiscal year 2018 to 2025.

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New Jersey saw 7.2% increase in transfer dependency percentage between 1970 and 2022

By Garden State Times | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 14.4% of income in New Jersey, a 7.2% rise from 7.2% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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Fox News contributor: NJ wants to add EV mandates and 'charge any owner a $250 annual fee'

By Garden State Times | Mar 25, 2025

Joe Concha, a contributor at Fox News, has expressed criticism of New Jersey's proposed $250 annual electric vehicle (EV) fee, suggesting it contradicts the state's push for EV mandates.

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Donald Norcross emphasizes importance of town halls and social security concerns

By Garden State Times | Mar 25, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross discusses key issues such as the significance of town halls in democracy and equal pay rights through recent tweets dated March 24-25, 2025.

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Camden County hosts luncheon to empower local veterans

By Garden State Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Board of Commissioners, in collaboration with the Camden County Veteran Outreach Committee, organized a luncheon on Sunday aimed at empowering veterans and their support networks.

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Cooper River hosts busy regatta season ahead of Dad Vail Regatta

By Garden State Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Cooper River is set to host a busy regatta season leading up to the 86th annual Jefferson Dad Vail Regatta.

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New Jersey committee approves bill honoring Robert 'Bob' Popovics

By Garden State Times | Mar 25, 2025

The State Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee has approved a bill, SJR-146, to designate June 1 annually as "Robert 'Bob' Popovics Day" in New Jersey.

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25,105 H-1B petitions filed by Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry in New Jersey in 2024

By Garden State Times | Mar 24, 2025

In 2024, 25,105 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry located in New Jersey.

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New Jersey Senate approves bill establishing special education transportation task force

By Garden State Times | Mar 24, 2025

Today, a bill sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado to create a special education transportation task force has been approved by the New Jersey Senate.

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Congressman Donald Norcross discusses tributes and international agreements

By Garden State Times | Mar 24, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross shared insights on various topics via social media posts dated March 22-24, 2025.

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New Jersey launches tax credit pilot for farm donations to food banks

By Garden State Times | Mar 24, 2025

Senator Parker Space has announced the passage of S-2200, a bill aimed at supporting both local farmers and food banks in New Jersey.

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New Jersey Senate passes bill to protect private woodlands from development

By Garden State Times | Mar 24, 2025

Today, the New Jersey Senate passed a bill sponsored by Senator Robert Singer (R-30) aimed at safeguarding private woodlands from development.

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Senator Bucco comments on Secretary Duffy's visit to I-80 sinkhole

By Garden State Times | Mar 22, 2025

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco has issued a statement in response to U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy's visit to the sinkhole on Interstate 80.

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Senator O'Scanlon criticizes state over Middletown school closures

By Garden State Times | Mar 21, 2025

Senator Declan O’Scanlon from Monmouth County has criticized the Murphy administration for its handling of school funding reform.

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Commissioners honor retired seniors volunteer program

By Garden State Times | Mar 21, 2025

On Wednesday, Commissioner Virginia Betteridge participated in an event with the Community Planning and Advocacy Council (CPAC) to recognize the Retired Seniors Volunteer Program.