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What our legislature would be called if it were a sports team

How about the 'Trenton Taxers'? Continue reading…

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NJ Transit, water top lawmakers' priorities for 2020 session

Democrats remain in control of the Legislature, though a little less firmly after Republicans gained three seats in the 2019 midterms. Continue reading…

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Delay redistricting? NJ voters to decide on keeping current map

Democrats vote to put a constitutional amendment on November's ballot that would keep current map for 2021 election due to COVID-induced census delays. Continue reading…

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An idea to make presidential candidates pay attention to NJ

Proposed constitutional amendments call for awarding presidential electoral votes by congressional district and creating smaller state Assembly districts. Continue reading…

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All-important redistricting begins for NJ legislative map

Retired Judge Philip Carchman, the court-appointed 11th member of the Apportionment Commission, says mediating a compromise map is "critical if not paramount." Continue reading…

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NJ's 2023 midterm election begins now with redistricting map

Republican gains in legislative elections raise the stakes for what's already a crucial exercise in adjusting the boundaries of Senate and Assembly districts. Continue reading…

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670 new laws in NJ ... and lots of not-quite laws that fell short

Gov. Phil Murphy's first term saw the most laws in a four-year span since 1982-85. But plenty of bills you may have heard of didn't make the final cut. Continue reading…

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Sweeney sues to reverse removal from NJ redistricting panel

Former Senate President Steve Sweeney says it's too late to name a replacement, that he didn't deserve removal and that South Jersey is now unrepresented. Continue reading…

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Drafts released of maps that could decide Statehouse control

The public has until 3 p.m. Tuesday to register to testify on the legislative redistricting plan at a Wednesday night online hearing. Continue reading…

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What's your new NJ legislative district? 20% moved on new map

Check your city or town here, on a district-by-district look at what changes on the map of the 40 legislative districts for the elections in the 2020s. Continue reading…

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Legislature approves Christie’s low-income tax credit hike

New Jersey residents with low incomes could see higher tax rebates under a proposal from Gov. Chris Christie being considered by the Legislature. Continue reading…

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Poll: Few New Jerseyans aware of next week’s election

On Nov. 3, the entire New Jersey Assembly is up for a vote. Based on results from a new poll, it's likely that many New Jersey voters will choose to sit this election out. Continue reading…

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After election, a mixed bag for women in NJ Legislature

This week's election in New Jersey saw a slight shift for women in the State Assembly. But overall, their numbers did not change much. Continue reading…

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Murphy's first year ending with a whimper

Phil Murphy is wrapping up his first year as New Jersey Governor, and he has little to show for it. Continue reading…

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Public Spaces to Offer Adult Changing Tables in NYS?

Senator Harckham is introducing new legislation in NY to provide more accessible changing tables in public areas, promoting safety and dignity for all. Continue reading…

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New York Is Cracking Down On Illegal 'Ghost Cars'

Are you operating a 'ghost car'? Would you know one if you saw one? New York is cracking down on this illegal activity. Continue reading…

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