Press Releases
Singleton, Gopal Bill to Improve College Affordability Advances
Trenton – In an effort to make college more affordable, the Senate Education Committee advanced legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton and Senator Vin Gopal which would remove expected family contributions from public colleges and universities’ calculation of financial need.
Senate Passes Pou Legislation Seeking to Curb Discriminatory Property Appraisals
TRENTON – In action meant to push back against discrimination in property appraisals, the Senate advanced the “Fair Appraisals Act.” The legislation sponsored by Senator Nellie Pou and Senator Troy Singleton would prohibit appraisal professionals from discriminating against individuals on the basis of the actual or perceived race, creed, color, national origin or other characteristic listed pursuant to the “Law Against Discrimination” during the appraisal process of a residential property.
Singleton, Beach Bill to Establish Program to Assist Small Businesses Clears Senate
Trenton – In an effort to provide further assistance to small, disadvantaged businesses, the Senate today advanced legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton and Senator James Beach which would create a State business assistance program.
Singleton Bill to Standardize School Discipline Practices and Prevent Discrimination Advances
Trenton – To ensure districts around the state are following best practices, the Senate Education Committee advanced legislation today sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton which would direct the Department of Education to develop guidelines concerning school discipline.
Acting Governor Way Signs Pair of Bills to Support Small Businesses and Expand Economic Opportunity
TRENTON – Acting Governor Tahesha Way today signed two bills that build upon the Murphy Administration’s all-of-government approach to promoting the growth of small businesses and economic opportunity in New Jersey. The first bill (A3424/S1447) requires the New Jersey Department of Treasury, in partnership with the New Jersey Business Action Center (BAC), to host an “Annual Business Matchmaking Event” to connect small businesses with federal, state, and local government agencies and contractors. The second bill (A4751/S3400) requires the BAC to establish a mentorship program to match business entities with experience in particular areas with new or less experienced businesses seeking to learn from a mentor. Together, the pair of bills advance the mission and success of the BAC, with a crucial focus on the growth of minority-, women-, and veteran-owned businesses.
Singleton Partnering With Farmers Against Hunger For Gleaning Event
(MOORESTOWN) – For his monthly “Serve with Senator Singleton” community service project, Senator Troy Singleton will be partnering with Farmers Against Hunger for a gleaning event at Specca Farms, 870 Jacksonville Mt Holly Road in Bordentown on Saturday, October 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Singleton Statement on George Helmy’s Departure
Trenton – Senate Majority Whip, Senator Troy Singleton, issued the following statement on Chief of Staff George Helmy’s departure:
Singleton Statement On River Line Service Interruptions
(TRENTON) – The following is a statement by Senate Majority Whip, Senator Troy Singleton, regarding the recent service interruptions on the River LINE:
Senator Singleton Partnering With Cinnaminson Relay For Life For September "Serve With Singleton" Event
CINNAMINSON, NJ – For his September “Serve with Senator Singleton” project, State Senator Troy Singleton will partner with the American Cancer Society to assist with their Cinnaminson Relay for Life event. The service event will take place on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Cinnaminson High School, located at 1197 Riverton Road, and volunteers are being asked to help from 1:30 until 3:00 p.m.
Singleton Highlights $500K In Funding For Bordentown Twp Community Center
Trenton – Senator Troy Singleton today highlighted $500,000 in funding he supported in the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget for Bordentown Township, which will go towards revitalizing the town’s Senior/Community Center.