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Greenstein, Singleton Bill To Establish ‘The NJ Battlefield To Boardroom Act’ Passes Committee
TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senator Linda Greenstein and Senator Troy Singleton, which would establish “The New Jersey Battlefield to Boardroom Act,” passed the Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee today.
National Mentoring Month: A Time To Step Up
The fragility of youth. It might seem a sappy approach to use, but I bring it up for an obvious yet often forgotten reason. Virtually everyone has a sense of fragility or insecurity when they are young and embarking on uncharted waters. We are all familiar with the anxiousness we felt, whether it’s entering a new school setting, competing in a sporting event or trying to find acceptance in a new social circle. Whether you’re that tough guy athlete or that seemingly sensitive music major, there’s always that lurking sense of insecurity and a need for guidance.
New Jersey Will Allow Residents To Use Medical Marijuana To Treat Opioid Addiction
New Jersey residents in treatment for opioid addiction will now be allowed to use medical marijuana, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Wednesday, one of several steps he outlined to combat the enduring opioid epidemic.
Singleton Urges Action For Residents Receiving Federal Housing Assistance
MOORESTOWN — In response to the ongoing federal government shutdown, Senator Troy Singleton (D-Burlington) today sent a letter to Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver urging state action on behalf of those residents who receive federal housing assistance. The text of the letter is below:
Senator Singleton Calls On Governor, Attorney General To Take Action After USDOJ Ruling On Sports Betting
(MOORESTOWN)—In response to the recent decision by the United States Department of Justice regarding sports betting, Senator Troy Singleton (D-Burlington) last week called on Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Gurbir Grewal to take appropriate action to ensure that it does not hinder New Jersey’s sports wagering industry. The text of the letter is below:
NJ Lawmakers Take First Step To Require 'Dark Money' Groups To Reveal Donors
Legislation to require nonprofit 501(c)4s, super PACs and other similar groups that engage in political activities to disclose their contributors was approved Thursday by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee. The vote was unanimous and marked the first time in three years that the bill advanced from a committee.
Singleton Bill To Set Standards For Boards Considering Applicants With Criminal History Records Passes Committee
TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton and Senator Nia Gill, which would require certain standards for professional and occupational boards considering applicants with criminal history records, passed the Senate Commerce Committee.
Senator Singleton To Host Community Service Project At Bordentown Senior Citizens Club
MOORESTOWN, NJ- In time for “National Senior Independence Month,” Senator Troy Singleton will partner with Bordentown Township for his February community service project. The “Serve with Senator Singleton” event will be held on Saturday, February 2 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at the Senior Citizens Club located at 3 Municipal Drive in Bordentown Township.
Editorial: Dark Money Groups Need Sunlight
When government does something right, which happens about as frequently as Sunday’s lunar eclipse, we feel obliged to point it out and commend it, if only to remind ourselves that our tax money isn’t being wasted.