Asm. Antwan McClellan

Maddy summaryThis Assembly Resolution (AR 179) adopts five articles of impeachment against New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin, formally initiating impeachment proceedings. It alleges he failed to address issues within state law enforcement units (Division of Criminal Justice and OPIA), exceeded authority by unilaterally taking control of the Paterson Police Department, failed to defend state law in court, targeted pro-life pregnancy centers based on political views, and violated public trust. The resolution directs the General Assembly to present these articles to the Senate per New Jersey Constitution, Article VII, Section III. As a procedural resolution, it does not enact new policy but follows the constitutional impeachment process.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $7.65 million from New Jersey's "Securing Our Children's Future Fund" to expand career and technical education programs at the Cumberland County Technical Education Center. The funding is specifically directed to this single institution in Cumberland County for vocational program enhancements. The bill does not create new programs but allocates existing state funds for immediate use under the Securing Our Children's Future Bond Act.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey's A3700 establishes a voluntary, three-year pilot program to provide Medicaid coverage for remote maternal health services to eligible pregnant beneficiaries. The program covers remote patient monitoring (like tracking blood pressure or glucose), remote non-stress tests, and tele-ultrasound, using FDA-approved, HIPAA-compliant technology. It targets pregnant Medicaid beneficiaries who: (1) have high-risk pregnancies due to medical conditions, age, or lifestyle factors; (2) live in areas with few obstetric providers; or (3) face socioeconomic barriers like transportation issues. Participation requires a health care provider referral and is contingent on federal approval of Medicaid waivers. The program aims to expand access to maternal care in underserved communities.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey Assembly Bill A919 establishes standards for public service privatization contracts, requiring state and local agencies to demonstrate actual cost savings for taxpayers before outsourcing services. The bill mandates competitive bidding, ensures services maintain current quality and pricing for the public, and requires contractors to pay wages and benefits equal to those of displaced public employees. Agencies must provide detailed cost analyses, allow union input on cost estimates, and submit quarterly reports on contractor compliance. The Office of the State Comptroller reviews contracts for compliance, and the State Auditor conducts annual post-audits to verify savings and prevent service degradation or underpayment of workers.

Maddy summaryThis bill upgrades the offense of purchasing sexual services (prostitution as a patron) from a disorderly persons offense to a crime of the fourth degree for first offenses, with higher penalties for repeat violations. It requires convicted patrons to participate in a mandatory education program about human trafficking and pay a $500 fee. All fines and fees collected from these offenses are directed to the "Human Trafficking Survivor's Assistance Fund," which provides services to trafficking victims and supports educational programs about human trafficking. The fund was established by prior legislation to assist survivors and combat human trafficking through prevention and awareness efforts.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $7.65 million from the "Securing Our Children's Future Fund" specifically for Cumberland County Technical Education Center to expand its career and technical education programs. The funds are directly allocated to this single institution for program growth, not distributed through a competitive process. The appropriation aligns with the Securing Our Children's Future Bond Act (P.L.2018, c.119) and requires no additional legislative action for implementation. It directly affects Cumberland County's career education offerings and students enrolled there.

Maddy summaryAJR 213 establishes a New Jersey Delegation on Government Efficiency (DOGE) to examine state government operations and identify ways to save taxpayer money and improve efficiency. The DOGE will consist of the State Auditor (as chair) and up to 20 public members appointed by a bipartisan committee including the Governor, Senate President, Assembly Speaker, and minority leaders. Members must have relevant audit experience and disclose conflicts of interest, and vacancies are filled through the same appointment process. The DOGE must issue a public report within 20 months detailing its findings and recommendations for cost savings and operational improvements, directly affecting all state agencies and departments.

Maddy summaryAJR 212 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the Orange Heart Medal, which honors Vietnam War veterans exposed to Agent Orange during the conflict. The bill expresses New Jersey's support for these veterans and directs that copies of the resolution be sent to the Orange Heart Medal Foundation. This resolution does not provide new benefits or alter existing laws - it solely serves as a formal acknowledgment of veterans' sacrifices related to Agent Orange exposure.

Maddy summaryACR 150 is a New Jersey Assembly concurrent resolution declaring that the Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP) proposed "New Jersey Protecting Against Climate Change - Resilient Environment and Landscapes" (NJPACT-REAL) rules are inconsistent with legislative intent. The resolution argues the DEP overstepped its authority by proposing these rules without specific legislative authorization, citing outdated or repealed laws as justification. It gives the DEP 30 days to withdraw or amend the proposed rules, which would significantly expand flood hazard areas and impact coastal property owners through higher costs for building, renovation, and property taxes. This procedural resolution does not change laws but formally requests the DEP to align its rules with legislative intent.

Maddy summaryThis bill codifies New Jersey's "Bringing Veterans Home Initiative" into law, directly affecting unhoused or homeless veterans across the state. It requires the Commissioner of Community Affairs (with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs) to establish six regional hubs, create a standardized referral form, use state data to target housing needs, and help veterans access existing housing benefits. The initiative aims to provide safe, stable housing for every unhoused veteran through coordinated state agency efforts. The bill takes immediate effect, formalizing a 2024 pilot program launched by Governor Way.