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All 66,362 Active 278 In committee 60,985 Passed 3,142 Signed 2,425 Failed 762

passed both · New Jersey · General Assembly Mar 3, 2025

A 5039: Requires Division of Pensions and Benefits to provide report on available funds in local government part of SHBP prior to transferring funds from State part of SHBP; requires monthly reporting on certain assets in SHBP.

This bill requires the Division of Pensions and Benefits to provide a detailed financial report to the State Health Benefits Commission before moving funds from the State portion of New Jersey's State Health Benefits Program (SHBP) to the local government portion. The report must include current fund balances, expected claims, and premium projections for the local fund. Additionally, it mandates monthly reports to the commission on both State and local SHBP funds, covering cash balances, claims costs, and premiums collected. These requirements aim to increase transparency and oversight of the program's financial operations for state and local government employees and retirees.

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly Mar 3, 2025

A 5043: Requires DOH to create and disseminate materials and resources related to cardiomyopathy.*

This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Health (DOH) to create and distribute educational materials about cardiomyopathy and related heart conditions to school staff, coaches, families, and health professionals within 18 months. The materials will cover symptoms, risk factors, AED placement guidelines, CPR training, and cardiac emergency response plans for schools. The DOH must also develop a public cardiomyopathy risk assessment tool, submit annual reports on prevalence and emergency visits, and coordinate with schools to implement AED/CPR programs through a $300,000 state appropriation. The grant program allows schools to apply for funds to purchase AEDs, train staff, and develop emergency response plans, prioritizing existing federal funding before state funds.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly Mar 3, 2025

A 5174: Modifies capital reserve funding requirements for planned real estate developments in certain circumstances.

This bill modifies New Jersey's requirements for homeowners' associations managing planned real estate developments (like condos and co-ops) regarding their capital reserve funds. It clarifies that "adequate" funding means reserves must not fall below zero dollars over a 30-year plan, and allows associations to create plans with a minimum zero balance (instead of requiring higher balances). For associations needing to fix inadequate reserves, it extends the timeline from 10 to 30 years when annual funding increases would exceed 10% of assessments, or uses the reserve study's predicted zero-balance date. Associations must now ensure reserve studies are reviewed by licensed professionals every five years.

Topics ✓ Housing

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly Mar 3, 2025

A 4089: The "Certified Medication Aide in Nursing Homes Staffing Support Act;" authorizes certified medication aides to administer medications to nursing home residents.

The bill would authorize certified medication aides to administer medications to residents in New Jersey's nursing homes, expanding their current scope of practice (which is limited to assisted living facilities and similar settings). To qualify, medication aides would need to be certified as nurse aides, homemaker-home health aides, or personal care assistants, complete a specialized medication administration training course, and pass a standardized exam. Certification would be valid for two years with a requirement for 10 hours of continuing education every two years, including specific training on medication administration for elderly residents. The bill also updates background check requirements to include medication aides and establishes a registry for certified medication aides.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly Mar 3, 2025

AJR 170: Designates month of April of each year as "Donate Life Month."

AJR 170 designates April each year as "Donate Life Month" in New Jersey to promote organ, eye, and tissue donor registration. It does not create new laws or change registration processes but encourages residents to register as donors through the Motor Vehicle Agency or National Donate Life Registry. The resolution references that over 4,000 New Jersey residents await transplants and 17 people die daily in the U.S. waiting for organs. It requests the Governor issue an annual proclamation to encourage public awareness and participation in donation efforts. This symbolic resolution aims to honor donors and address the critical organ shortage affecting thousands of residents.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly Mar 3, 2025

A 5303: Requires AG to review Statewide policy regarding investigation of human trafficking.

This bill (A 5303) requires New Jersey's Attorney General to review and update the statewide policy for investigating human trafficking. It directs the AG to specifically consider: (1) using audio/video recordings in undercover operations to protect investigations and victims, (2) strict rules for sharing such recordings, (3) involving county prosecutors early in investigations, and (4) other relevant areas. The review responds to a 2024 Commission report on human trafficking in the massage industry. This policy update will affect law enforcement agencies conducting human trafficking investigations statewide.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly Mar 3, 2025

A 5305: Broadens public awareness signage to include notices in Chinese and Korean.

This bill requires human trafficking awareness signs to be displayed in four languages - English, Spanish, Chinese, and Korean - instead of the current two (English and Spanish). It applies to businesses and facilities already mandated to display such signs, including strip clubs, massage businesses, airports, bars, hotels, and emergency rooms. The signs must meet specific size and font requirements (8.5x11 inches, 16-point font) and include the national human trafficking hotline information. The change follows a 2024 State Commission of Investigation report recommending expanded language accessibility for vulnerable communities. The law takes effect immediately.

Topics ✓ Immigration

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly Feb 27, 2025

AR 178: Condemns U.S. House of Representatives for passage of budget resolution cutting $1.5 trillion from federal budget and urges U.S. Senate to reject House resolution.

This symbolic resolution (AR 178) condemns the U.S. House of Representatives for passing a budget resolution that would cut $1.5 trillion from the federal budget over ten years, specifically targeting healthcare (Medicaid/Medicare), education, and SNAP benefits. It urges the U.S. Senate to reject the House resolution, citing potential severe impacts on New Jersey residents who rely on these programs: approximately 1.8 million low- and moderate-income people use NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid/CHIP), and 830,000 receive SNAP food assistance. The resolution states that funding cuts could reduce federal Medicaid support by up to $5.2 billion and threaten SNAP benefits through eligibility restrictions or benefit limits. As a procedural resolution, it does not change laws but expresses New Jersey's opposition to the proposed cuts.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare ✓ Housing ✓ Immigration ✓ Labor & Employment

passed · New Jersey · Senate Feb 25, 2025

S 3190: Requires certain juveniles to appear before court in county where incident giving rise to delinquency complaint allegedly occurred.*

This bill requires juveniles accused of delinquency to appear in court in the county where the alleged incident occurred, rather than their residence county. It directly affects juveniles facing delinquency complaints in New Jersey. The key provision mandates court appearance in the incident county and requires courts to provide reasonable transportation accommodations to ensure attendance. This changes current practice where cases were typically held in the juvenile's home county. The policy change applies to all juvenile delinquency cases under the court's jurisdiction.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · New Jersey · Senate Feb 25, 2025

S 364: Adds fusion to types of Class I renewable energies as defined for purposes of "Electric Discount and Energy Competition Act."

This bill adds fusion energy to the definition of "Class I renewable energy" under New Jersey's Electric Discount and Energy Competition Act. It directly affects fusion energy developers and utilities by making fusion projects eligible for the same state incentives, tax credits, and regulatory benefits currently available to established Class I renewables like solar and wind. The key mechanism is amending the statutory definition to explicitly include fusion, aligning it with other qualifying renewable sources for purposes of state energy programs. This change enables fusion projects to participate in New Jersey's renewable energy market and benefit from existing support structures.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

passed · New Jersey · Senate Feb 25, 2025

S 2948: Provides that only registered design professionals or employees with certified fire escape contractors are authorized to install, service, repair, inspect, and maintain fire escapes.*

S 2948 requires that only structural engineers or employees of certified fire escape inspection companies can install, service, repair, inspect, and maintain fire escapes. The bill amends New Jersey's fire protection laws to add fire escapes to the definition of "fire protection equipment" and creates a new "Fire Escape Contractor" certification classification. It specifies that building occupancy certificates for structures with fire escapes can only be issued after inspections by these qualified professionals, and requires officials enforcing fire code related to fire escapes to be structural engineers or certified employees. This directly affects contractors, building inspectors, and property owners who must comply with these new requirements for fire escape installations and inspections.

passed · New Jersey · Senate Feb 25, 2025

S 2386: Provides gross income tax credit to active members of volunteer emergency service organizations for use of personal motor vehicle in performance of active duty.

S 2386 creates a New Jersey gross income tax credit for active volunteer members of fire departments, ambulance squads, or rescue organizations who use their personal vehicles for emergency duties. It allows eligible volunteers to claim a credit based on miles driven for active duty (defined as direct response to emergencies), calculated using the federal IRS business mileage rate, with a maximum credit of $500 for single filers or $1,000 for married couples filing jointly. To qualify, members must maintain active status without regular pay (only receiving clothing allowances or limited service awards), meet attendance requirements for drills/meetings, and document service through their organization’s certification. The credit applies to taxable years beginning after the bill’s enactment and is refundable if it reduces tax liability to zero. This directly benefits New Jersey volunteer emergency responders who incur vehicle costs while serving.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes