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N.J. Assembly passes bill to create a memorial for frontline workers who died from coronavirus
The measure passed in both houses of the state Legislature. Now it heads to Gov. Phil Murphy’s desk.
3 years ago
N.J. files brief to block an injunction over the fate of the Waterfront Commission
New Jersey intended to replace the commission with the New Jersey State Police next week. Now those plans are up in the air.
3 years ago
N.J. lawmakers push to make sexual extortion a crime
If enacted, the bill would make sexual extortion a third-degree crime with a penalty of five years in prison and a $15,000 fine.
3 years ago
Advocacy groups push for passage of same-day voter registration law in N.J.
Organizers and supporters of a same-day voter registration bill said the measure would boost voter turnout, especially among young voters and communities of color.
3 years ago
N.J. committee approves a measure that would require civics education for college students
Sen. Troy Singleton said the proposal would increase understanding of how American democracy works.
3 years ago
Ask Governor Murphy: Submit your question
WHYY, WBGO, and WNYC present “Ask Governor Murphy” — a live, monthly call-in show during which Gov. Murphy answers your most pressing questions.
3 years ago
N.J. committees approve measures regulating cryptocurrency, blockchain technologies
The first steps in regulating cryptocurrency in New Jersey are underway. The goal is to provide transparency, consumer protections, and a licensing structure for both operator
3 years ago
N.J. adopts sweeping new policies on special education in state prisons, following settlement
Students who were deprived of special education services while incarcerated are eligible to receive up to $8,000 per year in “compensatory education” benefits.
3 years ago
Gov. Murphy has proposed an N.J. state budget. Now comes the hard part. Legislative hearings begin this week.
3 years ago
Murphy signs law prohibiting N.J. business dealings with Russia’s government
The law allows the state to create a list of New Jersey businesses that do business with the Russian and Belarusian governments.
3 years ago
In his first in-person budget address in two years, Murphy touted a growing economy and announced a new property tax relief program.
3 years ago
Most N.J. residents agree with ending the school mask mandate, poll says
According to a recent poll, two-thirds of New Jersey residents agree with ending the school mask mandate.
3 years ago