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Christie Signs Bill Limiting Gun Access For Domestic Violence Offenders
Gov. Chris Christie on Monday signed a popular proposal into law that limits access to firearms for people under restraining orders or convicted of domestic violence offenses.
The governor approved it seven months after the Democratic-controlled Legislature threatened to override his May veto of a similar bill that had broad bipartisan support.
Christie Signs Bill To Add 20 Judges As Part Of Massive Bail Overhaul
Gov. Chris Christie on Monday signed a bill into law that will invest $9.3 million to add 20 judges to the bench across the state.
The bipartisan measure to boost Superior Court judgeships is tied to sweeping changes to the state's bail system that took effect in the new year.
Christie Policy Agenda Puts Drug Crisis Before Fiscal Health
Chris Christie will spend his last year as New Jersey’s governor combating drug addiction, he said Tuesday in an annual policy-setting speech that also made an unspecified pledge to address the nation’s worst-funded public pension.
DEP Accepts Plans To Curb Toxic Chemical In NJ's Drinking Water
Surveys have shown the presence of PFNA in New Jersey’s public water systems is much higher than the national rate. New Jersey is on the way to implementing a tough new standard on the presence of a toxic chemical in drinking water, adopting the recommendation of a state scientific panel for the first time in more than six years.
Republicans’ 4-Step Plan to Repeal the Affordable Care Act
WASHINGTON — Vice President-elect Mike Pence and the top Republicans in Congress made clear on Wednesday, more powerfully and explicitly than ever, that they are dead serious about repealing the Affordable Care Act.
Help For Safeguarding Our Communities
During one of my most recent Citizens Advisory Panel meetings the topic of public safety came up amongst the group. This issue is a major concern of mine, and from the discussion that night, it is to a lot of our neighbors as well. I believe that safeguarding our citizenry is essential to preserving the type of quality of life that we want for ourselves and our families. After all, a safe community is one where business and families can thrive and grow. Therefore, protecting and maintaining this sense of security is a priority that we all must share.
Health Care Predictions 2017: Preparing for another upheaval
As with every year in the past five years, the health care industry is preparing for yet another upheaval of daily operations and financial streams.
17 Big Dates On NJ's 2017 Political Calendar
TRENTON -- Gov. Chris Christie nearing the end of his term, state lawmakers are up for re-election, and there's a gubernatorial race. In other words, 2017 won't be a snoozer in New Jersey.
And if that's not excitement enough, a new family will occupy the White House after President-elect Donald Trump is sworn in later this month.
Could More Be Done To Protect Victims Of Domestic Violence
Supporters of a proposed New Jersey law say legislation could have saved the life of a Cumberland County mother, and many other women in her situation.
NJ Legislature Tightens Rules For Uber, Lyft
Ride-sharing companies such as Uber and Lyft have been operating in New Jersey for years, but the state doesn't regulate how they contract with drivers, insure, or provide other protections to consumers.