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Andrew Yang: ‘Marijuana Should Be Legal Nationwide’

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Since 1970, marijuana has been categorized as a Schedule 1 controlled substance. That means it’s been placed alongside heroin and LSD as a dangerous drug. Presidential candidates now seem to embrace the full legalization of marijuana. This might seem like a stark reversal from the war that the Democratic and Republican administrations have waged on drugs for decades.

It reflects on the rapid spread of the need and use of marijuana for recreational and medical purposes at the state legal. The markets for marijuana are also proliferating with more voters supporting the ending of the prohibition of marijuana use. Almost two-thirds of all voters support the legalization of marijuana. And, this number is likely to increase in the coming years.

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Senator Declan O’Scanlon’s bill (S-601) would make the fiscal victimization of a senior or disabled person a crime

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Trenton NJ, Senator Declan O’Scanlon’s legislation to protect vulnerable senior citizens and people with disabilities from theft scams passed the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee.

“Seniors have always been prime targets for criminals who prey on their trusting nature and easy demeanor,” said O’Scanlon (R-13). “As technology has developed, it has become easier to find victims and raid their life savings. This can be devastating for people living on fixed incomes.”

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New Jersey Loses Money on Super Bowl Gambling

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ATLANTIC NJ,  the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement announced preliminary wagering data related to the 2020 Super Bowl.

Preliminary wagering statistics reported by Atlantic City Casinos and New Jersey Horse Tracks show that wagering on this year’s Super Bowl totaled approximately $54,288,227 and with a projected total sports wagering payout of $58,568,699.  This resulted in a loss of $4,280,000, which represents a negative hold percentage of 7.8%.

These revenue figures include New Jersey’s 10 retail sports books and 19 sports wagering mobile applications

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Anti-Independent Contractor Law AB5 Dramatic loss of income in California, independent contractors and small business owners nationwide fearful

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Paramus NJ, When California’s AB5 went into effect on January 1, supporters promised the law would result in the reclassification of numerous independent contractors to full- and part-time workers with benefits. Instead, the law’s first month has proved a catastrophe for scores of independent contractors who have lost income, longtime clients and, in some cases, their entire livelihoods overnight. Despite the devastating effects of the law in California, lawmakers in other states are considering enacting similar legislation as Congress plans to vote on a federal version, referred to as the PRO Act (HR2474), this week.

The law purports to protect workers who are misclassified, but its clumsy wording harms thousands of independent contractors who wish to keep their thriving businesses. A wide variety of independent contractors, including journalists and writers, translators, musicians, pilates and yoga instructors, per diem nurses and many more have begun to experience the devastation that the law is causing.

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Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) joines US Dept. of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao to launch a new USDOT human trafficking initiative

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Washington DC, Special thanks to Secretary Elaine Chao for her leadership in combatting the cruelty of human trafficking both in the eight years she served as Secretary of Labor, and now, at Transportation and for the Transportation Leaders Against Human Trafficking Initiative.

Deep thanks as well to all the assembled leaders—for your commitment and effectiveness in this human rights and humanitarian cause.

Truckers Against Trafficking have written the book on how to discern and disrupt human trafficking networks through training and referrals to law enforcement. You are the eyes and ears on the highways—thank you, Kendris.

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Governor Murphy Outlines New Jersey Preparedness Activities Related to Novel Coronavirus

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Trenton NJ, Governor Phil Murphy today announced New Jersey’s preparedness activities related to the outbreak of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in Wuhan, China and its recent spread to the United States. The Murphy Administration is taking a comprehensive approach to respond to 2019-nCoV by ensuring public health and health care system preparedness. At this time, New Jersey has no confirmed cases of 2019-nCoV or reports under investigation.

“As Governor, I am above all charged with protecting the health and safety of our residents,” said Governor Murphy. “New Jersey is an international crossroads, home to global businesses and research and educational institutions, and with proximity to numerous international airports and other points of entry. Together, we are collaborating with our federal partners, state authorities, and local health officials to ensure that we have strong preparedness protocols in place to protect all New Jerseyans.”

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New Jersey Department of Health Opens 2019 Novel Coronavirus Call Center for Public

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Trenton NJ, The New Jersey Department of Health announced the opening of a hotline (1-800-222-1222) for the public to ask questions about the 2019 Novel Coronavirus.

“Although the risk to the public remains low, we understand that residents have questions about this new virus,” Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli said. “This hotline provides factual information to alleviate fear and dispel rumors.”

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NJ Senator Testa : Murphy’s Sanctuary State Policies Support Lawbreakers

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Trenton NJ,Senator Michael Testa responded to the New Jersey Attorney General’s comments that the Murphy Administration’s immigration policies do not provide “‘sanctuary’ to those who break the law.”

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Visiting Police Officer Calls New Jersey Trump Protesters ,”the most hateful, evil people that I’ve ever seen”

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Wildwood N J, welcome to New Jersey ,Tucson police officer Brandon Tatum attended a Trump rally this past weekend to try and make up his own mind about the candidate, and the video he made describing his experience there has gone viral on Facebook. Tatum, a former supporter of Ben Carson, said he was shocked at the “verbally violent” protesters who he said treated him “like a criminal,” and that the Trump attendees were not initially adversarial with them. “These people were the most hateful, evil people that I’ve ever seen,” Tatum said of the protesters, while he found the Trump supporters to be restrained.

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Is Auto Insurance Mandatory in All States?

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Is this your first time to purchase a car? Or are you thinking of switching to a new auto insurance provider? Auto insurances are mandatory in all provinces and territories of Canada. You can’t hit the road without one. However, you have to understand that there are various types of auto insurance available in the market today. Check out this guide to know more about the right one for you. 

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Natural gas and Renewables are not mutually exclusive, natural gas is a necessary compliment

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Trenton NJ, Statement from Thomas R. Churchelow, Esq., President, New Jersey Utilities Association on Governor Murphy’s Final Energy Master Plan:

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GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Jack Ciattarelli : “Like most of the Governor’s policies, this plan does nothing to fix our broken state”

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Trenton NJ, GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Jack Ciattarelli  trashes Gov. Murphy’s Energy Master Plan; “Not only is the Governor’s energy master plan unrealistic, but like his other policy proposals, it will drive up costs on families, retirees and small businesses, and worsen a state economy that is already dead last or next to last in job growth, wage growth and fiscal health.
Calling for the complete phase out affordable natural gas – which heats about 75% of New Jersey homes – is a disaster. Where is the Governor going to find the money for his grandiose plan to force conversion of furnaces, hot water heaters, stoves, and dryers to electric? I’ll tell you where – New Jersey taxpayers who are already being crushed.

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Gov. Phil Murphy calls for eliminating the state’s reliance on natural gas?

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TRENTON NJ,  The energy master plan announced by Gov. Phil Murphy today calls for eliminating the state’s reliance on natural gas. Assemblyman Jay Webber said the plan is irresponsible and called on the Legislature to stop it from moving forward.“The governor’s plan would effectively end natural gas service in New Jersey; but, New Jerseyans need natural gas, which is an abundant, affordable, clean and reliable energy source,” said Webber (R-Morris). “Not only are 75 percent of our homes and businesses heated with natural gas, but about 50 percent of our electricity is generated from it. Natural gas also is critical as a raw material for manufacturing.”

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New Jersey Taxpayers Face $130 Billion in Unfunded Liabilities for Government Retiree Health Care Benefits, Only California Faces larger

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Ridgewood NJ,  In terms of retired public employee health care benefits, New Jersey has greater unfunded liabilities – $130 billion – than every state but California, according to a new report from the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC). The new report, Other Post-Employment Benefit Liabilities, 2019, examines the unfunded liabilities in each state for other-post employment benefits (OPEB), which include health insurance, life insurance, Medicare Supplement Insurance and more for retired public employees.

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The new law mandates the NJ Legislature to adopt a policy prohibiting sexual harassment by members, officers, and employees

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Trenton NJ, Senator Kristin Corrado’s bill requiring the first update of the Legislature’s sexual harassment policy in more than a decade was signed by the governor.

“I want to send a loud and clear message that sexual harassment will not be tolerated,” said Corrado (R-40). “News reports, and testimony we have heard in Trenton indicate sexual misconduct is more prevalent than we could have imagined. That has to end. The Legislature will lead by example with a no-nonsense policy that clearly provides protections from harassment and assault.”

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