Press Releases
Statement From William T. Mullen
CLARK —– William T. Mullen, President of the New Jersey Building & Construction Trades Council today released the following statement in response to Advanced Media’s May 13, 2021 article allegations regarding forced labor at a New Jersey house of worship:
Soltage Announces First Landfill Community Solar Project In New Jersey
JERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY, May 13, 2021 — Today, Soltage, an independent renewable provider, completed and energized the first landfill community solar farm in New Jersey, the Tri-County Solar Farm. The CEO of the company, Jesse Grossman, was joined on stage by the Board of Public Utilities, Governor’s Office of Climate Action and the Green Economy, Senator Singleton, IBEW Local 351 and others to celebrate the milestone project and discuss the future of affordable, clean energy in the state.
Murphy Administration to Highlight Infrastructure Investments Aimed at Addressing Climate Change and Economic Development During National Infrastructure Week
TRENTON – The Murphy Administration will host a series of events tomorrow, Thursday, May 13, highlighting the Administration’s infrastructure investments aimed at addressing climate change and economic development during National Infrastructure Week. The Administration will focus on the innovative, whole-of-government approach to electric vehicles, climate resilience, workforce development, and environmental justice through a combination of virtual and in-person events. Infrastructure week highlights investments, economic growth, and workforce development opportunities to reduce the impacts of climate change and protect public health in alignment with President Biden’s Administration.
Singleton, Smith Bill To Provide Tax Incentives To Recycled And Recovered Material Manufacturing Facilities Advances
Trenton – In an effort to incentivize recycling facilities to continue to grow within the state, the Senate Environment and Energy Committee approved legislation sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton and Bob Smith, which would provide exemptions to certain energy-related taxes.
Singleton Bill To Protect Small Businesses That Received PPP Loans Signed Into Law
Trenton – In an effort to protect small businesses from additional taxes on their federal PPP loans legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton to ensure forgiven loans are not subject to the New Jersey gross income tax was signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy.
Water Quality Legislation Signed Into Law
Trenton – In an effort to address concerns about water quality in New Jersey, legislation sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton and Joseph Lagana was signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy.
Governor Murphy Signs Legislation To Protect Animals From Trunk Fighting
TRENTON – Today, Governor Phil Murphy signed S975 into law to prohibit animal trunk fighting in New Jersey. Trunk fighting is defined as two or more animals fighting each other that could lead to possible death(s). With this new law, those who are in violation will be subject to a third-degree animal cruelty felony and/or fined up to $5,000 for each offense.
Governor Murphy Signs Legislation Improving Notification Of Elevated Lead Levels In Drinking Water
TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy today signed legislation (S968/A2836) that will require public water systems to provide notice of elevated lead levels in drinking water to customers and local officials and require landlords to notify tenants of elevated lead levels.
Kean/Singleton Bill Making Trunk Fighting A Crime Becomes Law
TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senate Republican Leader Tom Kean and Senator Troy Singleton making trunk fighting with dogs an animal cruelty offense and a crime of the third degree was signed today by Governor Murphy.
Singleton Bill To Assist Ex-Offenders In Finding Employment Now Law
Trenton – Legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton which will help former offenders enter the workforce was signed into law today by Governor Phil Murphy.