Press Releases
Ruiz Advances Bill Package to Increase Teacher Diversity
Trenton – The Senate today advanced a package of bills sponsored by Senator M. Teresa Ruiz aimed at increasing diversity in the state’s education workforce, preventing teacher shortages and cultivating inclusive learning environments.
Clean Water Action: Let’s Not Change The Garden State Into The Warehouse State
Clean Water Action supports NJ Senate Bill 3688 and thanks Senators Stephen Sweeney (D-Camden) and Troy Singleton (D-Burlington) for introducing this legislation to stop warehouse sprawl and protect open space in the Garden State.
Senate Committee Approves Sweeney-Singleton Bill To Counter Warehouse Sprawl
Trenton – A Senate committee today approved legislation authored by Senate President Steve Sweeney and Senator Troy Singleton that would give municipalities impacted by the rapid surge of warehouse construction developments more control on the approval process.
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.