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New Bill Aims At Removing Governor Murphy’s Crown by Limiting Emergency Powers and Restoring Legislative Oversight

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Trenton NJ, Senator Declan O’Scanlon has introduced legislation that would set new limits on emergency powers, ensure effective legislative oversight, and restore the balance of power as envisioned by our state constitution.

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State Senator Says, “It’s unclear if Governor Murphy had the authority to declare a new Public Health Emergency”

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Trenton NJ, Senator Declan O’Scanlon said Governor Phil Murphy has wielded immense powers through emergency declarations during the COVID-19 pandemic and demonstrated why the Legislature must limit executive authority and establish effective oversight.

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