Asm. Alex Sauickie

Maddy summaryThis bill (A4017) requires limited liability companies (LLCs) and foreign LLCs purchasing residential rental properties to disclose ownership details when recording deeds. Specifically, it mandates an affidavit for properties with one or two dwelling units or multiple dwellings intended for rental use, including the registered agent’s name/address and the beneficial owner’s full name, date of birth, current address, and a unique ID number. The beneficial owner is defined as an individual owning at least 25% of the LLC or holding the greatest ownership interest. This applies only to residential rental property transfers and does not affect commercial transactions. The bill aims to enhance transparency in real estate ownership for specific rental properties.

Maddy summaryACR 110 proposes to amend New Jersey's Constitution to lower the minimum land size required for farmland tax assessment from five acres to three acres. Small farms of 3 to 5 acres would qualify for a reduced tax rate, with land between 3-4 acres assessed at 60% agricultural value and 40% market value, and land between 4-5 acres at 80% agricultural value and 20% market value. Land of five acres or more would continue to be assessed entirely based on agricultural use. This change would directly affect small-scale farmers owning 3-5 acres who previously did not qualify for the farmland tax assessment.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Urban and Suburban Agriculture Commission within New Jersey's Department of Agriculture to support farming in cities and suburbs. It requires the department to implement a soil and water testing program to help landowners determine if their property is suitable for growing food, and to develop educational resources about urban farming practices. The bill also creates a grant program to assist eligible landowners in purchasing equipment for agricultural operations, with $1 million in state funding. These programs apply specifically to landowners in municipalities meeting population density (over 1,500 people per square mile) or size (50,000+ people) criteria.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey Transit (NJT) to review all buses and trains it owns or operates - including those run by contracted service providers - to identify "kill switches" or other remote access features that could allow unauthorized remote disabling, control, or degradation of vehicles. If such features pose cybersecurity or operational risks and aren’t essential for safety or compliance, NJT must remove, permanently disable, or otherwise mitigate them. The review must include consultation with the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness. This directly affects NJT and its contracted transit operators by mandating the removal of non-essential remote access capabilities.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A4057) creates the "Indigent Veterans’ Burial Services Fund" in New Jersey's Treasury. It allows taxpayers to voluntarily contribute a portion of their state tax refund or make a separate payment when filing their gross income tax return, directing funds to cover burial or cremation costs for indigent veterans. The fund specifically supports veterans who lack resources for burial - such as homeless veterans or those with abandoned remains - beyond the current system where counties cover up to $250 and the state provides additional funding up to $1,250. All collected contributions must be annually appropriated by the Legislature to the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs for these burial expenses.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New Jersey's shared services law to require municipalities entering warehouse development agreements to specify key details. It mandates that agreements must define the warehouse's square footage and outline how costs and revenues from development and operation will be shared among participating municipalities. The law applies to all such agreements entered into or renewed after the bill's effective date, aiming to prevent overdevelopment or underutilization of warehouse facilities. This ensures clearer financial planning and accountability for municipalities promising property tax revenue from warehouse projects.

Maddy summaryThis bill, the "Energy Cost Reduction Act" (A4018), exempts residential customers in New Jersey from paying state sales and use tax on natural gas and electricity purchases. It requires utilities to automatically remove the tax amount from each customer’s monthly bill instead of charging it. The law applies directly to households using these utilities for home heating, cooling, and power, providing immediate tax relief on those essential services. The change takes effect immediately upon enactment, with the Division of Taxation and Board of Public Utilities developing implementation rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to prohibit local New Jersey governments from allowing noncitizens to vote in local elections. It declares any ordinance or action permitting noncitizen voting as "null and void" and states that approving such measures violates elected officials' oaths to "faithfully, impartially and justly perform" duties. The bill specifically targets local elections (not state or federal) and applies to mayors, council members, and other local officials. It is currently pending before the legislature and would amend existing law to clarify that local governments lack authority to permit noncitizen voting.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands eligibility for New Jersey's Clean Energy Program (NJCEP) to include commercial farms, allowing farm owners to apply for and receive energy efficiency incentives they were previously excluded from. It requires the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to collaborate with the Department of Agriculture to establish a program helping farm owners conduct energy audits to identify efficiency improvements. The BPU must also publish all available farm-specific incentives and audit program details on its website. This directly affects commercial farm owners by providing access to existing state energy funding for upgrades to their buildings and equipment.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a one-time grant program to help New Jersey emergency medical services (EMS) providers afford safety equipment. It appropriates $10 million from federal coronavirus relief funds to cover costs for personal protective equipment (like masks and gloves), protective clothing, cleaning supplies, and other virus-related safety gear. EMS providers must apply competitively through an online process, with funding prioritized based on need (e.g., service calls, personnel numbers, and pandemic impact). The program expires once the $10 million is spent, and the state health commissioner must report annually on grants awarded and equipment purchased.