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Trenton NJ, Senator Michael Testa (R-1) said Governor Murphy’s order for departments to cut spending by 5% shouldn’t come as a surprise after Republicans have long-warned about New Jersey’s looming fiscal cliff.
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Trenton NJ, New Jersey’s gubernatorial race in 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in decades, with Republicans sensing a prime opportunity to reclaim the governor’s mansion. Fueled by an unexpectedly close result in the 2024 presidential election, where Vice President Kamala Harris carried the state by just 6 points, the GOP is gearing up for what they believe could be a historic victory.
Continue reading New Jersey’s 2025 Governor’s Race Heats Up: Is the Garden State Turning Purple?
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Trenton NJ, the party might be over for New Jersey’s budget irresponsible spending . In the latest sign of mounting fiscal pressure, the Murphy administration has issued directives to curb spending across state departments.
Continue reading New Jersey’s Budget Crunch: State Pauses Pay Hikes and Tightens Spending
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Trenton NJ, Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy are inviting all New Jersey residents to attend The Holidays at Drumthwacket, a longstanding tradition of open house tours at the Governor’s official residence in Princeton. This year, the Drumthwacket Foundation, in partnership with seven garden clubs from across the state, has decorated each room using fresh arrangements and greenery to complement the architecture and decor of the historical property.
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Trenton NJ, a coalition of 33 business organizations is calling on New Jersey lawmakers to delay the state’s adoption of California’s Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) regulation, set to take effect on January 1, 2025. The coalition argues that the regulation could severely impact commerce in the state unless implementation is postponed to July 1, 2027.
In a letter addressed to Senate President Nick Scutari (D-Clark) and Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin (D-Woodbridge), the coalition urged the passage of Senate Bill 3817, sponsored by Senator Patrick Diegnan, and Assembly Bill 4967, sponsored by Assemblyman Chris Calabrese. These bills propose a delay in the regulation’s enforcement.
Continue reading Business Groups Push for Delay on New Jersey’s Electric Truck Regulations
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Trenton NJ, NJBIA is recommending to an Assembly committee today that the state explore existing childcare investments to determine their effectiveness for an industry that continues to struggle in New Jersey.
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Trenton NJ, As New Jersey continues to experience historically low precipitation, above-average temperatures, and deteriorating water-supply conditions, Governor Phil Murphy and DEP Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette today announced the State is declaring a Drought Warning and gave an update on the significant increase in wildfires over last year. As New Jersey enters the next stage in severity of water-storage conditions, officials strongly encouraged the public to reduce water use during a virtual press conference.
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Trenton NJ, the New Jersey Business & Industry Association is supporting legislation that would delay the state’s compliance with California’s clean-engine rules for medium and heavy-duty trucks.
Bills A-4967 (Calabrese, D-36); S-3817 (Diegnan, D-18) were introduced last week.
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Trenton NJ, an anonymous tip has brought serious allegations against Lt. Col. Sean Kilcomons, the second in command of the New Jersey State Police, sparking a formal investigation by the state’s Office of Public Integrity and Accountability. The tipster claims Kilcomons made an “inappropriate and discriminatory comment” about Attorney General Matt Platkin during the annual Take Your Child to Work Day in April.
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Trenton NJ, the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors on Oct. 15 elected seven new board members. These accomplished leaders, from a variety of industries and regions across the state, will contribute to the Chamber’s mission of fostering a dynamic and thriving business environment in New Jersey.
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Trenton NJ, Governor Phil Murphy has officially signed a new piece of legislation aimed at cracking down on home invasions and burglaries in New Jersey. Joined by Edison Mayor Sam Joshi and law enforcement leaders, Murphy signed the bill at the Edison Municipal Complex, introducing tougher penalties for those found guilty of these crimes. The law, which is effective immediately, targets both adult and juvenile offenders.
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Trenton NJ, The NJ Department of State’s New Jersey Business Action Center (NJBAC), with designation and support from the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC), has developed the Cannabis Training Academy (CTA). This no-cost, online cannabis educational platform aids and educates current and aspiring cannabis business owners as they navigate the process of establishing a licensed and regulatory-compliant cannabis business in New Jersey.
Continue reading The New Jersey Business Action Center Launches the Cannabis Training Academy
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Trenton NJ, the Murphy Administration today issued a statewide Drought Watch, strongly urging residents and businesses to voluntarily conserve water as persistent dry and warmer-than-average conditions continue to stress the state’s water supplies.
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WASHINGTON DC, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Candidate Curtis Bashaw to represent New Jersey in the U.S. Senate. The U.S. Chamber endorses candidates for federal office who will stand up for free enterprise, including by vigorously advocating for public policy solutions that will spur economic growth, support jobs, and promote businesses of all sizes’ ability to continue to innovate and invest in America.
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Trenton NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today announced a slate of recommended reforms to be implemented by the New Jersey State Police (NJSP) following the completion of two separate investigations into the NJSP. Attorney General Platkin has directed that all of the recommendations set forth in both reports, as well as additional reforms identified by his Office, be accepted and implemented by the NJSP. Colonel Patrick Callahan, Superintendent of the NJSP, has recognized the need for reform and has agreed to accept the recommended reforms, and will be dedicating members of his command staff to oversee the implementation and provide regular updates and deliverables to the Office of the Attorney General (OAG).
