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Singleton Bill That Would Make A "National Apprenticeship Week'" In NJ Advances
TRENTON, NJ— In recognition of the positive impact of apprenticeship programs in the State, the Senate Labor Committee last week advanced a resolution sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton which would designate the second week of November of each year as "National Apprenticeship Week in New Jersey."
Singleton Bill Would Include Apprenticeships On Graduation Performance Report Cards
TRENTON, NJ — In an effort to modernize school performance reports, the Senate Education Committee last week advanced legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton which would require school performance reports to include information about the positive placement of graduates.
Property Tax Break Program For Older NJ Residents May Be Changed To Return Money Faster
New Jersey’s property tax break program for older residents and people with disabilities could be converted from rebates into tax credits — a tweak aimed to get relief into the pockets of families more quickly — in a bill that a state Senate committee moved forward on Thursday.
'Boom Car' Bill Introduced By 3 South Jersey Senators
Under the bill, New Jersey municipalities could seize and even destroy "boom cars," which bother residents with loud music and bass.
Staten Islanders Are Complaining That N.J. ‘Boom Parties’ Keep Them Up All Night
Staten Island residents are complaining about the steady thump-thump-thump from boom parties along the New Jersey waterfront that is keeping them awake at night.
South Jersey's Infrastructure Needs Are Many, State Lawmakers Say
ATLANTIC CITY — From not enough workers to not enough roads to a shortage of public trains and buses, South Jersey is in need of major infrastructure upgrades if it is to compete in the modern economy, local state legislators said Friday.