This bill clarifies how tax revenues from Urban Enterprise Zones (UEZs) are deposited into the Enterprise Zone Assistance Fund, appropriating $82.5 million annually (adjusted for inflation) for economic development in designated zones. It requires that revenues from retail sales qualifying for a 50% sales tax exemption be deposited into the fund, while excluding medical and recreational cannabis sales from this exemption. The bill establishes a formula for determining annual appropriations based on tax savings from the UEZ program. This affects businesses operating in designated enterprise zones, the UEZ Authority, and municipalities managing enterprise zones.
S 681 requires sellers of single-family homes with solar panels to disclose the installer’s name and contact information in property disclosure statements or contracts. If panels are leased, sellers must clearly state whether the lease transfers to the buyer and include the installer’s details if it does. Sellers who falsely claim installer information face a $1,000 penalty per violation. The law applies to homes with solar installations sold after enactment, with a public education program to inform consumers about the requirements.
SJR 15 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of Israel's establishment, passed by the New Jersey Legislature. It commemorates Israel's founding, highlights New Jersey's longstanding partnership with Israel (including economic ties, university collaborations, and sister cities), and reaffirms support for Israel's security and peace efforts. The resolution has no policy or financial impact - it is purely a formal statement of recognition. It was introduced in January 2024 but withdrawn before further action.
This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Health to regularly share locations of safe disposal sites for used needles and prescription drugs with the Statewide 2-1-1 telephone system. The information will be made available to anyone calling 2-1-1 who requests it. It directly affects residents seeking safe disposal options for medical waste, particularly those managing at-home medication use or injection-related items. The requirement takes effect 180 days after the bill is signed into law.
This bill establishes the New Jersey YouthBuild Act, creating a state grant program administered by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (DOLWD) to fund local programs for economically disadvantaged youth, especially those who have not completed high school. It requires funded programs to provide a balanced mix of 50% classroom education (including high school equivalency, life skills, and leadership training) and 50% hands-on construction or rehabilitation work on housing for low-income or homeless individuals. Programs must offer stipends to participants, counseling services, and pathways to industry-recognized credentials, with all projects directly serving community housing needs. The bill appropriates state funds to support these comprehensive education, job training, and housing rehabilitation efforts for eligible youth.
This bill would enter New Jersey into the Counseling Compact, an agreement allowing licensed professional counselors from New Jersey to practice in other member states without obtaining multiple licenses. The compact establishes a national commission to manage the agreement, share disciplinary information between states, and ensure counselors follow the laws of the state where their client is located. It would particularly benefit military personnel and their spouses who relocate frequently between states, as well as improve access to counseling services across state lines. Currently, 16 states have joined this compact, and New Jersey's participation would allow its licensed counselors to provide services in those states through a single license.
S 989 requires automatic fire sprinkler systems in newly constructed townhouses in New Jersey for which construction permit applications were not finalized before the bill's effective date. It directly affects builders and developers constructing townhouses under specific state building codes. The bill mandates the Commissioner of Community Affairs to adopt rules within five months incorporating 2021 International Residential Code standards for sprinkler system design and installation. This bill was introduced in January 2024 but was withdrawn on January 9, 2024.
This bill (S 2294) requires hotel and multiple dwelling owners to provide enhanced written notice to tenants and stricter occupancy limits when a potentially hazardous condition (like structural issues or fire risks) is identified. It directly affects owners of hotels (10+ units or 25+ sleeping rooms) and multiple dwellings (3+ units), mandating clear communication about hazards and restricting occupancy until repairs are made. Key provisions include standardized notice content and temporary occupancy restrictions during hazard remediation, ensuring tenants are informed and safe. The bill amends New Jersey’s Housing Inspection Act (P.L.1967, c.76) to strengthen these protections without changing existing definitions or exemptions.
This bill (S 1417) prohibits the sale, manufacture, distribution, and use of class B firefighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS chemicals, beginning two years after enactment, with limited exemptions for specific facilities. It allows oil refineries and petroleum terminals to continue using PFAS-containing foam for large storage tank fires until eight years after enactment (with reporting and transition requirements), and permits fixed-system facilities to use it for four years. The bill requires the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to establish a collection and disposal program for PFAS foam and appropriates $250,000 for this purpose. Note: This bill was withdrawn on January 9, 2024, and is no longer active.
This bill raises the public bidding threshold for contracts at New Jersey's public research universities where workers are not subject to the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act from current levels (ranging from $17,700 to $33,000) to $100,000. The bill affects Rowan University, Montclair State University, Kean University, and the New Jersey Institute of Technology. The threshold will be adjusted every two years based on the Consumer Price Index. Universities will no longer need to publicly advertise for bids for contracts under this higher threshold, streamlining procurement processes.
This bill requires New Jersey law enforcement agencies to provide victims of domestic violence with copies of specific records upon request, including police photos, body camera footage, 9-1-1 recordings, and police reports. Victims or their legal representatives can request these records within 10 calendar days at no cost, with records to be provided electronically or in paper form as requested. If records can't be provided within 10 days, agencies may request additional time from the court but must deliver within 24 hours once available. The bill clarifies that this right supplements existing open public records access under OPRA and requires courts to note record access delays during domestic violence hearings. This policy directly affects domestic violence victims seeking evidence to support their cases.
This bill establishes a 15-member School Safety and Security Task Force in New Jersey to study and recommend improvements for public school safety. The task force includes education officials, security experts, and public members with specialized knowledge, and will examine security practices like entrance screening, emergency response protocols, and accessibility for students with disabilities. It must issue final recommendations to the Governor, Legislature, and State Board of Education within six months of forming. The task force expires after submitting its report, with no direct policy changes enacted by the bill itself.
