Asm. Greg McGuckin

Maddy summaryThis New Jersey bill (A 275) requires all state, county, and municipal law enforcement officers to be issued tourniquets, and mandates that basic life support ambulances and mobility assistance vehicles (specialized emergency transport) carry tourniquets during patient transport or while ready to respond. Funding for officer tourniquets may come from criminal forfeiture funds, while the Commissioner of Health will oversee vehicle equipment requirements. The law directly affects law enforcement personnel and emergency medical services operators by making tourniquets standard equipment. It takes effect three months after enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 724) creates a toll relief program for New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTA) and South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA) users. It provides a 50% credit on tolls paid via E-ZPass for accounts with 35+ qualifying transactions (regular toll payments, not fines or fees) on the Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, or Atlantic City Expressway in a single month. The bill appropriates $250 million from the General Fund to each authority to fund these credits, requires credits to be posted within one month, and mandates quarterly reports to the Governor and Legislature. The program expires one year after enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill exempts alarm installers and locksmiths from needing to participate in registered apprenticeship programs when applying for public works contracts in New Jersey. It specifically applies to contractors providing fire protection, alarm installation, or locksmith services under the Public Works Contractor Registration Act. The exemption covers only these core services - contractors must still follow apprenticeship requirements for unrelated work. The change addresses that these professions lack approved apprenticeship programs under federal law, while their licensing is already handled by other state regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits New Jersey electric utilities from raising rates specifically to cover smart meter installation costs. It requires utilities to publicly disclose rate increase details (amount, date, reasons, and impact) 30 days before and after any increase, with fines up to $10,000 for noncompliance. For rate hikes causing a 5%+ average bill increase, utilities must report to the federal Department of Energy 60 days in advance and provide annual reports on service interruptions and overdue bills. The bill also bans disconnecting service or charging late fees for affected ratepayers for six months following such significant increases. These provisions directly protect residential and business electricity customers from unexpected costs while increasing utility transparency.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies New Jersey's process for defining flood hazard areas. It requires the Department of Environmental Protection to update flood maps to align with federal FEMA standards, mandating that state flood hazard zones must be at least as protective as FEMA's 100-year floodplain maps and no more than one foot above FEMA's designated elevation. The bill also delays implementation of the proposed NJPACT flood rules until after June 1, 2038, unless the Legislature passes a specific resolution authorizing them. These changes directly affect property owners, developers, and local governments needing permits in flood-prone areas, as they govern where construction can occur and what safety standards apply.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies New Jersey's zoning law to exempt certain amendments from standard public notice requirements. Specifically, when a municipality amends its zoning ordinance solely to add a new type of use (such as a new business or building category) within an existing zoning district, the usual 10-day notice to property owners within 200 feet and other entities no longer applies. The change streamlines the process for local governments to update zoning for new uses without administrative steps like mailed notices or public hearings. It directly affects municipalities and developers seeking to add uses (e.g., a coffee shop in a commercial zone) without triggering full notice obligations. This does not apply to other zoning changes, such as boundary adjustments or classification shifts.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits all New Jersey state employees, agencies, and state contractors from downloading or using the TikTok app or visiting its website on any state-issued or state-leased electronic device (including phones, computers, and tablets). It directly affects state workers and contractors who use government-provided technology, with exceptions for law enforcement using TikTok during investigations under guidelines set by the Attorney General. The bill aims to address security concerns raised by the FBI regarding TikTok's data collection practices and potential access by Chinese entities under Chinese law. The prohibition takes immediate effect upon enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits New Jersey local governments (counties, cities, towns) from requiring private employers to provide paid sick leave. It makes any local ordinance or rule mandating paid sick leave "null and void," shifting authority to state-level policy. The bill aims to prevent inconsistent local rules across the state, which the legislature claims would burden employers operating in multiple jurisdictions. It directly affects private employers in New Jersey and local governments that previously could set their own sick leave requirements. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey's A 2080 requires the Attorney General to create an anonymous reporting program for school safety threats. The program will allow students, parents, school staff, and community members to report unsafe, violent, or criminal activities in schools via a phone line, mobile app, or other accessible methods, with strict privacy protections to keep reporters' identities confidential. It mandates training for schools and law enforcement on the program and requires annual reports tracking total reports, reporting methods, misuse instances, and outcomes. The program applies to all public and nonpublic schools in New Jersey, with the Attorney General submitting annual reports to the Governor and legislature.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits individuals convicted of or found liable for animal cruelty violations from owning, keeping, or harboring animals in New Jersey. It requires the Department of Health and Senior Services to create and maintain a public website list of these individuals, updated at least every 30 days. Municipal clerks and animal facilities (like shelters and pet shops) must check this list before issuing pet licenses or registrations. Authorities can seize animals from violators who continue to own them, and courts must notify the department of convictions within 30 days.