Press Releases
Singleton Bill to Strengthen Standards for Inspection of Fire Escapes Clears Senate
TRENTON – Aiming to ensure that fire escapes are inspected and approved by relevant experts, the Senate advanced legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton that would require inspections of fire escapes or exterior stairways to be conducted by a structural engineer, an architect, or an employee of a certified fire escape inspection company.
Singleton, Gopal Bill to Provide for Transfer of ADHD Med Prescriptions Between Pharmacies Advances
TRENTON – In an effort to increase ease of access to medications prescribed for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the Senate Commerce Committee advanced legislation sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton and Vin Gopal that would allow pharmacies to directly transfer prescriptions for medication treating ADHD to other pharmacies.
Singleton, Gopal Bill to Provide for Transfer of ADHD Medication Prescriptions Between Pharmacies Advances
TRENTON – In an effort to increase ease of access to medications prescribed for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the Senate Commerce Committee advanced legislation sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton and Vin Gopal that would allow pharmacies to directly transfer prescriptions for medication treating ADHD to other pharmacies.
Singleton Bill to Expand Transparency, Accountability of Taxpayer Dollars in Work for Public Bodies
TRENTON – Aimed at ensuring all employers and contractors engaged in work for public bodies adhere to New Jersey’s labor laws, the New Jersey Senate passed legislation sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton and Parker Space that would broaden the ability for the Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development to investigate the worksites of employers or contractors engaged in work for a public body, thereby increasing oversight and accountability of taxpayer dollars.
Singleton, Beach Bill to Provide for Statewide EMS Plan
TRENTON – In an effort to improve coordination between the varied providers of emergency response and enable improvements in emergency services, the Senate Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizens Committee advanced legislation sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton and James Beach. The bill would require the Office of Emergency Health Services (OEMS) within the Department of Health (DOH) to develop a Statewide Emergency Medical Services Plan to provide for a comprehensive and coordinated system of emergency medical services in New Jersey.
Singleton Statement on Trump Administration's Reversal on Environmental Justice
TRENTON – Senator Troy Singleton (D-Burlington), the Senate Majority Caucus Chair and Chair of the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee, as well as the sponsor of New Jersey’s landmark Environmental Justice Law in 2020, issued the following statement today on the Trump Administration’s reversal of federal environmental justice policies:
Singleton, Gopal and Beach Gain New Leadership Posts for Senate Democrats
TRENTON – Senate President Nick Scutari announced the selection of Senator Troy Singleton, Senator Vin Gopal and Senator Jim Beach to new leadership positions for the Senate Democratic Majority. Senator Singleton will become the Senate Majority Caucus Chair, Senator Gopal will assume the position of Senate Majority Whip, and Senator Beach will serve as Deputy Majority Whip.
Senate President Scutari Announces Changes to Committee Leadership
TRENTON – Senate President Nicholas P. Scutari today announced new leadership appointments for several key committees. The changes, effective immediately, will enhance the Senate’s ability to address critical issues and foster legislative progress.
Singleton Statement on Governor's State of the State Address
TRENTON – Senator Troy Singleton (D-Burlington), the Senate Majority Whip and Chair of the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following statement today on Governor Murphy’s 2025 State of the State address:
Singleton, Turner Bill to Bar Those Guilty of Animal Cruelty from Owning/Working with Animals Passes
TRENTON – The Senate passed legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton, along with Senator Shirley Turner, which would prohibit persons convicted of animal cruelty offenses from owning domestic companion animals and from working or volunteering at animal-related enterprises.