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Criminal Justice Reform: An Approach That Works

Smart_on_Crime_v1.pngOne of the great burdens of our society is the over-criminalization of the American people. I call it a burden because of the social, governmental and economic effects this over-criminalization has had on countless communities across the nation. This has led me to focusing on challenging the over-criminalization and incarceration of New Jersey residents by engaging in a deeper analysis of the statutory framework that has led to this issue and new tactics that can bend the curve on its proliferation. 

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NJ Foreclosure Rate Tops The Nation In 2017, Report Finds

Nationwide, the seven counties with the worst foreclosure rates are right here in the Garden State.

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Wall Street To Murphy: NJ Budget May Be Hurt By Christie Sales Tax Cut, Trump Tax Law

A pair of contrasting tax policies sets the stage for a revenue shortfall -- and major headache -- for Gov. Phil Murphy when he crafts his first budget, a Wall Street ratings agency says. 

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Murphy Swears In Mount Laurel 'Dreamer' To NJ Bar, Says State Will Join Federal Lawsuit Challenging Trump's DACA Repeal

TRENTON — New Jersey will join in a lawsuit filed by New York and several other states challenging President Donald Trump’s decision to end a program that protected young immigrants who were brought to the United States illegally as children.

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Singleton Bill To Provide Property Tax Relief To Permanently Disabled Veterans Who Pay Rent Advances

TRENTON Legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton to provide a gross income tax credit to certain totally and permanently disabled veterans for rent constituting property taxes has passed the Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee.

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Why You Should Mentor During January, National Mentoring Month

  • tt-mentorship.jpgYou can influence someone’s life directly and often quickly.
  • You can contribute to the betterment of an individual and society at large.
  • You can become a better you by placing someone else first.
  • You can better appreciate the effects of a mentor on your dreams, aspirations and successes.

Each of the aforementioned points are key takeaways from the joy of being a mentor to someone, whether personally or professionally. Furthermore, mentoring is a proven strategy that is integral for long lasting and positive development of our youth.

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New Law Requires State Health Benefits Programs To Cover Advanced Breast Cancer Screenings

Former Gov. Chris Christie signed S2793/A4320 into law that requires the State Health Benefits Program and the School Employees Health Benefits Program to cover 3-D mammogram screening for breast cancer.

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Murphy Signs Executive Order Ensuring Equal Pay For Women

In one of his first acts as governor, Gov. Phil Murphy signed an executive order prohibiting state agencies from asking job applicants about their past wage history, in an effort to create pay equity between men and women in the state of New Jersey.

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New Jersey Requires Racial-Impact Statements For Crime-Law Changes

Changes to criminal-justice laws in New Jersey now require an analysis of their impact on racial and ethnic minorities, making the state among only a handful in the nation to do so.

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State Debt - Comcast Newsmakers Interview

Jill Horner speaks with Senator Troy Singleton, from the New Jersey State Senate, about State Debt. Interview recorded 12/20/2017.

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