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District 24 legislators praise enactment of Laken Riley Act

By Garden State Times | Jan 29, 2025

Senator Parker Space, Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia, and Assemblyman Michael Inganamort have expressed their approval of the recent enactment of the Laken Riley Act.

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New Jersey offers streamlined property tax relief applications for seniors

By Garden State Times | Jan 29, 2025

Senator Carmen Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian Rumpf, and Assemblyman Gregory Myhre have announced that the New Jersey Treasury will soon begin distributing combined property tax relief applications to seniors.

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Senator seeks transparency on funding for Edison special project

By Garden State Times | Jan 28, 2025

Senator Declan O’Scanlon has formally requested that Governor Phil Murphy provide a detailed accounting of state and public funds allocated to a special project in Edison.

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Camden County Library System hosts diverse events for Black History Month

By Garden State Times | Jan 28, 2025

The Camden County Library System is set to commemorate Black History Month with a series of events designed for both youth and adults.

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New Jersey legislators propose bill honoring Bob Popovics with annual day

By Garden State Times | Jan 28, 2025

Senator Carmen Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian Rumpf, and Assemblyman Gregory Myhre have put forward legislation to honor Robert "Bob" Popovics by designating June 1 as "Robert 'Bob' Popovics Day" in New Jersey.

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New Jersey senator calls for transparency after FAA-authorized drone activity

By Garden State Times | Jan 28, 2025

At a recent briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that the drones causing alarm among New Jersey residents had been authorized by the FAA for research purposes.

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Donald Norcross comments on sports and remembrance in recent tweets

By Garden State Times | Jan 27, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross expressed support for a local sports team while also reflecting on International Holocaust Remembrance Day through social media posts dated January 26-27, 2025.

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Congressman Donald Norcross advocates for comprehensive immigration reform

By Garden State Times | Jan 25, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross emphasizes the importance of comprehensive immigration reform and outlines constituent services offered by his office through recent tweets dated January 24-25, 2025

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Donald Norcross discusses key issues from violence to women's roles in military

By Garden State Times | Jan 24, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross recently addressed several pressing topics via social media posts dated January 23-24, 2025.

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Singer praises MBDA-OJCC partnership supporting Jewish entrepreneurs

By Garden State Times | Jan 23, 2025

Senator Robert Singer has commended the recent partnership established between the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) and the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce (OJCC).

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Senator Holzapfel criticizes AG Platkin over lawsuits against Trump

By Garden State Times | Jan 23, 2025

In a recent statement, Senator Jim Holzapfel criticized New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin for filing multiple lawsuits against former President Donald Trump.

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Legislators host aging division seminar for seniors in Little Egg Harbor

By Garden State Times | Jan 23, 2025

The New Jersey Division of Aging conducted a seminar on January 15 at the Ocean County Sheriff’s Law Enforcement Training Center in Little Egg Harbor.

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Bucco secures $300K for STEM classroom renovations at Randolph Middle School

By Garden State Times | Jan 23, 2025

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco recently visited Randolph Middle School to view the newly renovated STEM classrooms, made possible by a $300,000 funding boost he helped secure.

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Donald Norcross comments on Capitol attack and presidential pardons

By Garden State Times | Jan 23, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross voiced concerns about recent political actions through tweets posted on January 23, 2025.

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Donald Norcross addresses gun violence and women's rights

By Garden State Times | Jan 23, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross recently discussed significant topics including gun violence reform and women's reproductive rights through social media posts dated January 22-23, 2025.

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New Jersey's first baby café opens at Camden County Library

By Garden State Times | Jan 23, 2025

On Thursday, Commissioner Virginia Betteridge, Mayor Victor Carstarphen, Library Director Linda Devlin, and members of Cooper Medical School inaugurated New Jersey's first baby café at the Riletta L. Cream branch of the Camden County Library System.

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Congressman Donald Norcross discusses policy cooperation and historical milestones

By Garden State Times | Jan 22, 2025

In recent tweets dated January 20-22, Congressman Donald Norcross highlighted bipartisan efforts with fellow legislators like Congressman Kean and commemorated past achievements such as bringing home a decorated battleship.

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Bucco comments on judicial changes in New Jersey courts

By Garden State Times | Jan 22, 2025

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco has commented on the retirement of Judge Glenn A. Grant and the appointment of Judge Michael Blee as the new director of the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC).

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Bucco introduces bill for revising New Jersey's municipal housing obligations

By Garden State Times | Jan 22, 2025

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco has introduced a bill aimed at modifying how New Jersey calculates state-mandated housing obligations for municipalities.

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Testa seeks update on New Jersey's forest fire preparedness

By Garden State Times | Jan 21, 2025

Senator Michael Testa has addressed a letter to Governor Phil Murphy and New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn LaTourette.