In The News
Theyre killing Americans. NJ lawmakers fight to pass plan to limit cooperation with ICE
As protests continue following the shooting death of a woman by an immigration officer in Minnesota, New Jersey lawmakers advanced a trio of bills this week aimed at restricting the state’s cooperation with federal immigration enforcement officials.
NJ Transit touts upgrades on River LINE with special wrap celebrating Americas 250th birthday
NJ Transit will take over operation of the River LINE service in the first quarter of this year.
This patriotic makeover is the first step in fixing NJs most unreliable transit line
The first of 14 rehabilitated RiverLine light rail trains was unveiled Friday at Trenton Transit Center as the first step in a multi-part commitment to improve reliability for riders.
New Jersey’s cannabis worker protection bill moves to governor’s desk
Trenton, NJ — Legislation that would provide cannabis workers in New Jersey protections already afforded to other private employees in the state is awaiting the signature of Gov. Phil Murphy (D).
Community Support
Courtesy of the Palmyra Police Department State Sen. Troy Singleton, Riverton Police Department, Riverton Borough Hall, Borough of Palmyra, and Palmyra Police officers came together to support Bread of Life Food Pantry’s mission to help serve those in need during the holiday season.
Garden State Game-Changer: Precedent-Setting Camden Measure to Protect Jobs from Artificial Intelligence
CAMDEN, NJ — The City Council is considering a law to prevent artificial intelligence technology (AI) from eliminating any of its 500 municipal jobs, a move that may set a precedent for other New Jersey municipalities.
Gov. Elect Sherrill Selects Binder as State Treasurer, Choice Praised by Lawmakers and Business Community
TRENTON, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill has announced her choice of Aaron Binder to serve as New Jersey's next State Treasurer and head of the Department of the Treasury. In this capacity, Binder will oversee New Jersey’s multi-billion-dollar budget, taxation, pensions, and investments, and manage a department of over 3,000 employees.
Victory: NJ Appellate Court Affirms Legality of Environmental Justice Law
Newark, NJ — Today, New Jersey’s Appellate Court affirmed the legality of regulations to implement the state’s Environmental Justice Law (EJ Rule). Despite multiple attacks from industry, the court sided with the NJ Department of Environmental Protection that its rule was lawful. Ironbound Community Corporation, South Ward Environmental Alliance, and New Jersey Environmental Justice Alliance appeared as friends of the court in support of the rule, represented by Earthjustice.
NJ teacher’s message to a senator may have saved hundreds of senior trips
A mobile New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission unit will serve high school seniors at the Mount Laurel Community Center during their winter break to help them obtain Real IDs before their senior trips.
Senate Passes Zwicker, Singleton & Cryan Bills to Promote Workforce Development
TRENTON – The Senate passed two pieces of legislation sponsored by Senators Andrew Zwicker, Troy Singleton, and Joe Cryan, which would expand workforce development programs and provide resources for New Jersey students.