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Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney Calls “StayNJ” Legislation an Election Year Gimmick ,Not Going into Effect Until 2026

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Trenton NJ, according to Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney,  the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly passed the FY2024 State Budget on Friday, June 30, 2023. I proudly voted AGAINST this bloated spending plan, which increased to a grand total of $54.3 billion. Of this total, nearly 20% — or $10 billion — is surplus, giving New Jersey a “rainy day fund” that is at an all time high. What this budget failed to provide, however, was real tax relief for the majority of New Jerseyans.

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UPCOMING ROAD WORK ALERT Route 208 in Wyckoff

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Wyckoff NJ, the Department of Transportation’s chosen contractor will be replacing the culvert and guide rail on Route 208 North and South over an 0.63 mile stretch in the Township of Wyckoff.  There will be a shoulder closure with a construction barrier curb in both directions while work is being performed.

This project is currently scheduled for a target start date of April 28, 2023, which is subject to change due to weather and logistics.

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Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney has announced that he will be retiring from the New Jersey General Assembly

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Wyckoff NJ, Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney (R-40) has announced that he will be retiring from the New Jersey General Assembly at the end of the current legislative term.

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UPCOMING ROAD WORK ALERT FOR ROUTE 208 IN WYCKOFF

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Wyckoff NJ, according to Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney the Department of Transportation’s chosen contractor will be replacing the culvert on Route 208 North and South between Russell Avenue and Cedar Hill Avenue.  There will be a shoulder closure with a construction barrier curb in both directions for work on both headwalls.
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Murphy Administration’s blanket 14-day quarantine policy unworkable without rapid tests

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Ridgewood NJ, “Two-weeks of captivity solely for the ‘offense’ of coming from out of state is really an unworkable plan,” said Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney (R-Bergen). “Where you came from has a lot less to do with spreading the virus than what you did while you were there.”

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New Jersey Department of Motor Vehicles has extended physical closure dates till the end of July

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Lodi NJ, according to Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney the latest Press Release from, “New Jersey Department of Motor Vehicles” has extended physical closure dates till the end of July. The extensions are now deeply impacting New Jerseyans who can’t sell their vehicle privately. People who want to sell their car privately may need to sell their car for extra cash to pay their bills or to upgrade in order to take advantage of the deeply discounted new car dealers offers. Unfortunately they do not have the ability to so. How do you transfer title or register for plates on a private sale without motor vehicle being open?

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Time to New Jersey to Replace Department Of Labor Commissioner after Weeks-long Unemployment Backlog

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TRENTON NJ, Governor Phil Murphy extended his executive order by another 30 days yesterday. Residents have been waiting two months for their unemployment checks, they cant wait another 30 days. We need to fix the system now or start opening our state.

Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney is calling on Labor Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo to resign if he can’t fix the unemployment backlog. Rooney has heard complaints for weeks from frustrated constituents about delays, backlogs and a generally unresponsive unemployment system.

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Governor Murphy’s “Road Back“ is a “Road Block”

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Ridgewood NJ, according to Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney, Governor Murphy stated there would be a re-opening plan during his press conference today, unfortunately there was no “real plan.” New Jersey residents and business are completely frustrated by the Governors lack of an opening plan. His “Road Back“ is a “Road Block”, my office receives hundreds of emails and calls from constituents regarding a definitive re-opening plan with definitive benchmarks. Today the Governors executive order remains in effect indefinitely.

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Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney urges FDA to quickly test for new COVID-19 cases as state faces economic uncertainty

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US has conducted more COVID 19 tests in 8 days than South Korea did in 8 weeks. 

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Ridgewood NJ,  Following Gov. Phil Murphy’s weekend executive order that mandated people stay home and shuttered all non-essential businesses, Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney announced he was issuing a resolution to urge the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ramp up testing for COVID-19 so that people could return to work.

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NJ Assembly Passes Bill to Combat Bomb Scares

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TRENTON NJ,  Jewish centers and synagogues have experienced bomb threats as the number of bias incidents in the state significantly increased. On Monday, the Assembly unanimously passed a bill (A724), co-sponsored by Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney, allowing the crime of creating a false public alarm to be charged as bias intimidation.

“Criminals who make hate-filled threats against a religious community will be punished properly under this bill,” said Rooney (R-Bergen). “We will protect people’s right to practice their religion and we will not tolerate bomb threats.”

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Bill Makes It Easier to Staff Local Rescue Squads

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RIDGEWOOD  NJ, A bill (A516) sponsored by Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney that allows emergency medical technicians from other states to work in New Jersey unanimously passed the Assembly today.

“It is important that we make it easy for out-of-state professionals to get jobs they are already qualified for,” said Rooney (R-Bergen). “EMTs provide a vital service to our communities and we should be finding ways to help people employ their life-saving skills in New Jersey.”

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Bill creating horse license plates to support riding therapy for veterans and people with special needs clears committee

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Wyckoff NJ, In the Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee , Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney spoke on behalf of his bill (A4800) commemorating New Jersey’s state animal on a special license plate to support the health and well-being of horses as well as therapeutic riding programs for veterans and individuals with special needs.

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Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney aims to eliminate the Motor Vehicle Commission’s online convenience fees

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TRENTON NJ, Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney aims to eliminate the Motor Vehicle Commission’s online convenience fees with legislation he introduced last week.

“When we start issuing REAL IDs, the waiting rooms will be inundated with motorists seeking to update their licenses,” said Rooney. “It doesn’t help that the roll out has lagged here in New Jersey. It will congest agencies with people who need to get new drivers licenses before the October 1 deadline next year.”

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Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney bills fighting opioid epidemic become law

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Wyckoff NJ, Two bills sponsored by Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney to combat the destructive opioid crisis in New Jersey were signed Monday by Gov. Phil Murphy.

“Drug addiction and overdose has become a life-and-death problem in every community in the state,” said Rooney (R-Bergen). “The Legislature unanimously approved these measures, and the governor’s signature demonstrates the bipartisan commitment to supporting law enforcement, first responders, and healthcare professionals in the daily fight to save lives and prevent addiction.”

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Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney Brings $22 Million In Clean Water Infrastructure Improvements

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Wyckoff NJ, Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney sponsored two bills recently approved by the Assembly authorizing more than $655 million for environmental infrastructure projects next year. The funding will provide low interest loans for clean water and drinking water improvements, including $22 million for four projects in the Assemblyman’s legislative district.

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