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signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Mar 6, 2025

AJR 120: Designates first full week of May of each year as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week" in NJ.

AJR 120 designates the first full week of May each year as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week" in New Jersey. This resolution directly affects New Jersey residents taking medications that block dopamine (such as antipsychotics for mental illnesses like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder), as these treatments can cause Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) - a condition involving involuntary movements. The bill aims to encourage annual screenings for TD symptoms through public awareness, noting that approximately 1.1 million adults in New Jersey live with mental illnesses that may involve these medications. It does not create new laws or funding but requests the Governor issue an annual proclamation to promote early diagnosis and treatment.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · New Jersey · Senate Mar 4, 2025

S 3990: Extends early voting period for primary elections and extends challenger appointment deadline; appropriates $6 million.*

This bill would extend New Jersey's early voting period for primary elections to begin 11 days before the election (up from 4 days for non-presidential primaries and 6 days for presidential primaries), ending on the second day before the election. It would require county boards of elections to designate public locations for early voting based on population size, with specific requirements for accessibility and security of ballots. The bill specifies that early voting would occur Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to 8 PM and Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM at designated locations. The bill appropriates $6 million to support these changes, which would affect all registered voters participating in primary elections in New Jersey.

signed · New Jersey · Senate Feb 28, 2025

S 4136: Authorizes public bodies to continue using newspapers for required public notices and legal advertisements until certain specified date regardless of format; requires submission of certain subscription and other data.*

This bill extends the period during which New Jersey public bodies (like municipalities and school districts) can use newspapers for required public notices and legal advertisements. It allows these entities to continue publishing in either print or digital formats until December 31, 2025, instead of ending on March 1, 2025 as previously scheduled. The bill ensures that newspapers used for compliance with notice requirements from 2024 remain eligible for 2025, with no additional fees for viewing digital notices. It does not change how notices are published, only extends the deadline for newspaper-based publication.

signed · New Jersey · Senate Feb 28, 2025

S 3735: Extends certain provisions of P.L.2022, c.9.

This bill extends the period allowing police and fire chiefs to remain in their roles beyond age 65. It specifically applies to chiefs serving as of April 12, 2022, who would turn 65 during the original 24-month window (ending in 2024). The extension changes the deadline from 24 to 48 calendar months after the effective date, permitting continued service until the end of the calendar year they turn 67 if approved in writing by their appointing authority. The bill also requires the retirement system board to report on the impact of this extension to the Governor and Legislature.

signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Feb 3, 2025

A 3414: Modifies regulation of student permits by NJ State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling and establishes oversight of individuals seeking employment as shampoo technicians.*

This bill establishes a certification process for shampoo technicians in New Jersey, who provide basic hair washing services (like shampooing and conditioning) in licensed salons but do not pursue a full cosmetology license. To become certified, individuals must complete a 40-hour training program approved by the State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling (either through a licensed school or a licensed shop) and pass a practical exam. The State Board issues a biennial certification requiring reasonable fees for initial certification, renewal, and reactivation after expiration (with reactivation after 10+ years requiring retaking the exam). The bill also prohibits examiners affiliated with a school from grading students from that same school and sets standards for training providers and examiners.

signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Feb 3, 2025

A 1899: Expands authority of pharmacy technician in administering drugs and vaccines and permits certain pharmacists and pharmacy interns, externs, and technicians to administer COVID-19 vaccine.*

This bill expands New Jersey pharmacy staff authority to administer vaccines. It allows pharmacists, pharmacy interns, externs, and technicians to give COVID-19 and influenza vaccines to patients aged 5 and older (lowering the previous age limit from 7), with parental permission required for those under 18. Staff must work under a licensed pharmacist's direct supervision and report all vaccinations to the state immunization system. The law directly affects pharmacy workers and patients seeking vaccines without a doctor's appointment.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Feb 3, 2025

A 3894: Amends certain fire safety statutes to update licensure and equipment requirements and liability, fee, and penalty provisions; expands membership of Fire Protection Equipment Advisory Committee.*

This bill updates New Jersey's fire safety requirements for residential properties. It eliminates the requirement for portable fire extinguishers in certain structures while mandating smoke-sensitive alarm devices on each level of residential buildings and outside sleeping areas. The bill also establishes new licensing requirements for fire inspectors, including educational programs, prerequisite criteria, and state exams. Additionally, it clarifies that new property owners must obtain a certificate showing no outstanding fire safety violations and are liable for any unpaid fees or penalties. The bill also updates procedures for serving notices and collecting penalties related to fire safety violations.

signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Feb 3, 2025

A 5117: Modifies number of signatures required for candidates to be placed on primary, general, nonpartisan municipal, and school election ballots; requires Secretary of State to publish certain nominating petition forms by January 1 of each year.*

This bill increases signature requirements for candidates seeking municipal, school, and nonpartisan election offices in New Jersey. It raises the threshold from 2% to 5% of the statewide General Assembly vote for most candidates, sets a minimum of 2,000 signatures for statewide offices (up from 800), and adjusts municipal requirements based on population size (e.g., 25-100 signatures for smaller municipalities). These changes directly affect candidates and petition circulators in local elections across all 565 New Jersey municipalities and school districts. The law modifies existing statutes without altering voting procedures or election administration beyond the signature thresholds.

signed · New Jersey · Senate Jan 30, 2025

S 3881: Amends lists of environmental infrastructure projects approved for long-term funding by DEP under FY2025 environmental infrastructure funding program.

This bill amends the lists of environmental infrastructure projects approved for long-term funding under New Jersey's FY2025 environmental infrastructure funding program. It updates the specific clean water and drinking water projects that will receive funding, including detailed information about project sponsors, project numbers, and estimated loan amounts. The bill does not create new funding mechanisms but rather modifies the approved project lists for the existing program. This update ensures eligible municipalities and water systems can access funding for infrastructure improvements like stormwater management, combined sewer overflow abatement, and drinking water system upgrades.

Topics ✓ Environment

signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 30, 2025

A 4571: Makes various changes to powers and duties of NJ Infrastructure Bank.

This bill establishes the Community Hazard Assistance Mitigation Program (CHAMP) at the New Jersey Infrastructure Bank to fund projects that reduce risks from natural disasters, such as floods and storms. The program provides loans and financial assistance to State agencies, local governments, and nonprofit organizations for hazard mitigation and resilience projects that align with the STORM Act (Safeguarding Tomorrow through Ongoing Risk Mitigation Act). It includes provisions allowing local governments to provide loans to private property owners for hazard mitigation, with a graduated loan forgiveness program based on household income levels. The bill also makes technical changes to the bank's authority, extending the date by which the bank may not incur additional indebtedness to June 30, 2053.

signed · New Jersey · Senate Jan 30, 2025

S 3880: Amends list of hazard mitigation and resilience projects approved for funding by NJ Infrastructure Bank under FY2025 Community Hazard Assistance Mitigation Program.

This bill amends New Jersey's FY2025 Community Hazard Assistance Mitigation Program (CHAMP) to add three new hazard mitigation projects to the list eligible for funding: Brick Township's reservoir improvements, Rochelle Park's sewer pump station reconstruction and elevation work, and Highlands Borough's flood mitigation and green infrastructure. It increases the total authorized funding from $7.2 million to $13.8 million to cover these nine approved projects. The New Jersey Infrastructure Bank will provide low-interest loans to local governments for these resilience initiatives, which aim to protect communities from flooding and climate-related risks. These projects directly affect Bergen County municipalities and other local governments receiving CHAMP loans.

Topics ✓ Environment

signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 30, 2025

A 5121: Appropriates $49.5 million from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues to DEP for State acquisition of lands for recreation and conservation purposes, including Blue Acres projects, and Green Acres Program administrative costs.

This bill appropriates $49.5 million from constitutionally dedicated corporation business tax (CBT) revenues to fund land acquisition for recreation and conservation purposes across New Jersey. The funding supports specific projects including Blue Acres projects (which protect lands from flood and storm damage) and the Green Acres Program. The bill allocates $23.7 million for land acquisition in 14 designated project areas across multiple counties, with $23.7 million specifically for Blue Acres projects and $2.05 million for program administrative costs. This funding comes from a constitutional fund approved by voters in 2014 that's dedicated to open space and conservation initiatives.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment