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Singleton Bill Aiming to Improve Pedestrian Safety in Historic Districts Clears Committee
TRENTON – To improve pedestrian safety, the Senate Transportation Committee advanced legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton that would allow municipalities to lower speed limits to 15 miles per hour in historic districts.
Singleton, Mukherji Bill Establishing Opioid Antidote Pilot Program on Light Rail Trains Advances
TRENTON – The Senate Transportation Committee advanced a bill sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton and Raj Mukherji that would require NJ Transit to establish a two-year opioid antidote pilot program on light rail trains in Southern New Jersey.
Singleton, McKnight Bill Adds Bullying Prevention Instruction to NJ Student Learning Standards
TRENTON – The Senate Education Committee advanced a bill sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton and Angela V. McKnight that would incorporate bullying awareness and prevention education into the New Jersey Student Learning Standards and the New Jersey Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards.
Singleton, Sarlo Bill to Refund Application Fees for Delayed State Permits Advances
TRENTON – The Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee advanced legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton and Chairman Paul Sarlo that would establish a fee refund program for individuals and businesses applying for permits, licenses, or certifications from state entities when processing delays exceed recommended timelines.
Singleton Bill Proposing to Increase Veterans’ Property Tax Deduction Passes Budget Committee
TRENTON – The Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee advanced a bipartisan concurrent resolution sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton and Carmen Amato proposing a constitutional amendment to increase the amount of the veterans’ property tax deduction from $250 to $2,500 over the next four years.
Singleton Bill Adding Bullying Prevention Instruction to NJ Student Learning Standards Advances in Legislature
TRENTON, NJ — A bill sponsored by State Senator Troy Singleton that would require New Jersey schools to incorporate bullying awareness and prevention education into learning standards for students from preschool through high school has advanced in the New Jersey Legislature.
Singleton Bill Establishing Statewide Youth Apprenticeship Program Advances
TRENTON – The Senate Labor Committee advanced legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton to create a youth apprenticeship program that connects students to career training and employment in high-demand sectors such as health care, information technology, manufacturing, and green jobs.
Burlington County Commissioners dedicate public safety vehicles
WESTAMPTON – The Burlington County Commissioners dedicated the Department of Public Safety’s newly acquired mobile emergency services command vehicle and tower ladder truck on Saturday, saying the new equipment will significantly enhance the County’s ability to manage disasters and train first responders.
Singleton Runs Point on Sherrill's Affordable Housing Agenda
The statehouse authority on housing, state Senator Troy Singleton (D-7) applauded Gov. Mikie Sherrill's plan unveiled this week to create more affordable housing in New Jersey.
Senator Singleton Receives Senator Ronald L. Rice Impact Award at 2026 Governor’s Housing Conference
TRENTON – During the 2026 Governor’s Conference on Housing and Economic Development, Senator Troy Singleton was honored with the Senator Ronald L. Rice Impact Award, recognizing his efforts to expand opportunities for housing and improve economic outcomes for New Jersey residents.