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Accessory Dwelling Units: The Return Of A Good Idea

In the early part of the 20th century, it was common to find multiple families living in the same building. With the implementation of more restrictive zoning laws, this practice diminished significantly but has returned in a new form: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). We sorely need these types of units because of skyrocketing housing prices, the inching upwards of interest rates, and the lack of housing in desirable areas.

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N.J. Could Soon Make Sure We Won’t Have To Wait So Long To Find Out Who Wins Elections

State lawmakers are considering legislation that would allow election officials to count ballots earlier in New Jersey, months after an election where the results of many races were in limbo until after Election Day — including the contest for governor.

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Municipalities Would Benefit From New Jersey Energy Fund In Senate Measure

(The Center Square) – Municipalities would benefit from the state’s “Energy Tax Receipts Property Tax Relief Fund” in a measure being considered by the New Jersey Senate.

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Proposed Affordability Bills Would Give NJ Homeowners, Renters Financial Relief

SOUTH JERSEY (KYW Newsradio) — New Jersey is one of the most expensive places to buy or rent a home in the country. Two bills working their way through Trenton are pushing for better affordability.

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Lawmakers To Weigh Using Federal Stimulus To Repay Unemployment Loans

Measure would also halt 2024 tax hike on businesses

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Singleton-Zwicker Accessory Dwelling Unit Legislation Advances

Trenton – In an effort to create a more affordable housing stock, the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee today advanced legislation sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton and Andrew Zwicker that would establish the framework for municipal zoning ordinances regarding accessory dwelling units.

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Madden-Singleton Legislation To Allocate Funds For Unemployment Compensation Advances

Trenton – The Senate Labor Committee today advanced legislation sponsored by Senators Fred Madden and Troy Singleton that would allocate sufficient funds to the unemployment compensation fund from federal government assistance and halt increases in employer unemployment taxes related to benefits paid during the COVID-19 state of emergency.

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Voter Accessibility And Election Rules Bills Approved by Senate Committee

Trenton – In an attempt to make voting more accessible and time efficient, the Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism, and Historic Preservation Committee approved five bills that would change certain rules surrounding the electoral process.

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Senate Approves Key Affordability Bills

Singleton-Scutari Measures Would Reduce Property Taxes, Provide Financial Relief to Homeowners & Renters

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Singleton Bill To Increase Veteran Employment Advances In Senate

TRENTON, NJ — In an effort to increase the employment of veterans, the Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee on Monday approved legislation sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton (D-Burlington) and Linda Greenstein (D-Mercer/Middlesex) that would expand tax credit programs.

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