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Murphy Appoints Horizon Executive As Gun Czar
Governor charges new adviser with stemming flow of illegal guns and ensuring that New Jersey makes the right moves on firearms.
NJ Senate To Hold Hearings On 'Offensive' NJEA Videos
The state Senate announced Monday it will hold hearings to investigate hidden-camera videos that appear to show local leaders of New Jersey's top teachers union talking about protecting teachers accused of abusing students.
State Strategic Plan Looks To Boost Energy Efficiency, Cut Customer Costs
Greatest savings most likely will be seen in commercial and industrial sectors, typically the biggest users of energy.
More Than Two Thirds Of Guns Used In New Jersey Crimes Come From Out Of State
More than two thirds of the guns used in crimes this year have come into New Jersey from other states, Gov. Phil Murphy said Tuesday at another event focused on gun violence and the second in as many days to feature a prominent gun control advocate.
Governor Murphy Signs Executive Order Establishing Task Force On Employee Misclassification
Trenton – “The exploitation of workers is not only unethical – it is illegal,” said Governor Phil Murphy. “In New Jersey, we promote fairness, fight against discrimination, and work to end unfair labor practices. I am proud to take this step forward to end a practice that creates an unfair advantage over companies that play by the rules and hurts our working families.”
Lawmakers Call For Transportation Overhaul At Budget Hearing
The transportation officials painted a picture of NJ Transit as an agency with a labor shortage. Currently there are about 11,000 employees, 426 vacancies, and the Murphy budget calls for filling those and hiring 114 more.
Gov. Phil Murphy's Budget Proposal Eliminates Funding For Military Lobbyist
The governor’s proposed state budget for the upcoming fiscal year eliminates $200,000 for the state Department of Military and Veterans’ Affairs that had been used by the previous administration to contract a lobbying firm to provide advice on actions the state could take to enhance its military installations and prepare for a future round of base closures.
Letters To The Editor For April 30
Help veterans, forget the parade
Instead of spending umpteen millions for a parade to show off our tanks and guns, why does Congress not allocate these same funds to help create a state-of-the-art Veterans Affairs medical system that would truly help and honor our veterans?
Gov. Phil Murphy Signs Offshore Drilling Ban To Thwart Trump Plan
State Sen. Troy Singleton, D-7th of Palmyra, who co-sponsored the legislation, said the legislation was an example of lawmakers of “all political stripes” coming together to protect the Jersey coast.