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Gov. Phil Murphy said new legislation he signed into law would reduce food insecurity and offer healthy meals to more families.

The trail will consist of historical markers placed at various sites in the state that commemorate African American contributions.

New Jersey officials have introduced bipartisan legislation that would give the state more leverage in a fight to end double taxation for state residents.

The median wealth for white families in New Jersey was $352,000 in 2021. It was only $6,100 for Black families and $7,300 for Latino families.

The state Legislature unanimously passed a bill that would eliminate a testing requirement for new teachers called “EdTPA.” Murphy has yet to sign it.

School supplies like backpacks, notebooks, index cards, and pencils are tax-free.

Rice, who chaired the N.J. Legislative Black Caucus for 18 years, will retire at the end of August. He wanted a woman to succeed him as chair.

Assembly Democrats said the law, inspired by the late U.S. Rep. John Lewis, would ban deceptive election practices, and establish a statewide voting database.

A statewide coalition will host three workshops, where residents can learn about the harmful health impacts caused by incinerators and other polluting facilities.

New Jersey Supreme Court said the changes will make jury selection more equitable and expand the pool of eligible jurors.

While many school districts already have “zero tolerance” policies in place, the new law is designed to provide mental health resources to help resolve students' issues.

Murphy lifts routine coronavirus testing requirements for school and childcare staff, state contractors. The mandate goes into effect immediately.