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Republicans want to do more with the state’s unexpected surplus. They’ve proposed tax relief called “Give It Back”: $4 billion in rebates to 4 million residents.

Like New York, New Jersey is one of six “may-issue” states, which means law enforcement can use discretion in issuing concealed carry permits.

The African American Museum in Philadelphia near Independence Hall hosted a Juneteenth block party where hundreds of people jammed to hip hop and dance classics.

The Senate passed the Black Heritage Trail bill, which the Assembly approved in March.

Homeowners making less than $150,000 will receive a tax credit of $1,500, while those making $150,000 to $250,000 will receive a tax credit of $1,000.

According to the state’s Division of Elections, more than 657,000 people voted in Congressional primaries last week, compared to more than 632,000 in 2018.

The Assembly Education Comm. cleared bipartisan legislation that would require each school district to develop a “behavioral threat assessment team.”

The governor defended his support of Rob Menendez, son of New Jersey’s senior U.S. senator and a primary process that inhibits incumbent challenges.

Many parishioners remembered family and friends in Ukraine who are caught in the crosshairs of a nearly two-month-long Russian invasion.

However, the state’s Cannabis Regulatory Commission said it investigated “a few minor complaints.”

Some business owners and advocates of color want the state to invest in educational programs for prospective business owners and grants for minority-led businesses.

Murphy lauded the curriculum but said he had some concerns as well.