Asm. Tennille McCoy

Maddy summaryThis bill would require the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to provide walk-in services at all agency locations at least two full days per week. It mandates that all walk-in customers be served on a first-come, first-served basis for every MVC service. The policy specifically aims to assist residents without reliable internet access or email who cannot use online scheduling systems. The bill would take effect three months after enactment, requiring MVC to implement these changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 2415) requires local governments receiving loans or guarantees from the New Jersey Infrastructure Bank (NJIB) to establish programs ensuring military- or veteran-owned businesses (or their spouses) can compete for contracts supplying materials and services on infrastructure projects. It expands existing NJIB requirements - currently mandating programs for minority hiring and socially/economically disadvantaged contractors - to specifically include military/veteran-owned businesses. The key provision adds this new category to the affirmative action programs local governments must adopt for NJIB-funded projects. It does not set a specific contract percentage for these businesses, unlike the 10% requirement for disadvantaged businesses. The bill directly affects local governments and contractors working on NJIB-funded infrastructure projects.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $250,000 from the General Fund to the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders (NJCTS) for pediatric clinical services at the Tourette Syndrome Clinic of Rutgers University. The funds directly support diagnostic assessments, counseling, and therapy for children with Tourette Syndrome and tic disorders, particularly those from families with financial need. The clinic provides these services to children aged 5-14, aligning with CDC data showing 1 in 50 children in this age group experience persistent tic disorders.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires specific residential facilities in New Jersey to install standby emergency power generators to maintain operations during power outages. It directly affects psychiatric community homes for children, residential child care facilities, assisted living residences, and community residences for people with disabilities or mental illness. Facilities already operating must install generators within 90 days of the law's effective date, while new facilities must have them from the start. The bill also mandates regular testing and maintenance of these generators, with each relevant state department (Children's Services, Health, Human Services) developing implementation rules.

Maddy summaryBill A 3492 sets requirements for New Jersey state and local governments when awarding contracts or grants to nonprofit organizations. It establishes a 15% maximum rate for covering overhead costs (like administrative expenses) on state or federal-funded contracts and creates a central database where nonprofits can submit required documents, such as tax-exempt status, financial statements, and organizational bylaws. The bill also mandates annual adjustments to contract amounts based on the Consumer Price Index to account for inflation and automatically extends contracts for three months if renewal isn't completed within 10 days of expiration.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires continuing care retirement communities in New Jersey to refund refundable entrance fees within one year after a resident leaves the facility. It directly affects residents who paid such fees and facilities operating under these agreements. The key provision amends Section 15(11) of existing law to mandate that facilities must refund the owed balance within 12 months, overriding any conflicting terms in the original agreement. This applies specifically to refundable entrance fees, with facilities required to follow clear calculation methods outlined in the bill.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases penalties for false alarms targeting places of worship in New Jersey. It amends the state's false alarm law to make such incidents a second-degree crime (carrying 5-10 years in prison or fines up to $150,000), while raising the minimum civil penalty from $2,000 to $5,000 (or actual response costs, whichever is higher). The law specifically defines "place of worship" as a building seating over 50 people used permanently for religious services by a recognized 501(c)(3) organization. It directly affects individuals who falsely report emergencies at churches, synagogues, or temples, and requires law enforcement to report such incidents annually. The bill aims to deter false alarms that disrupt religious gatherings and strain emergency resources.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to provide in-person vehicle and licensing services at every agency location for two specific groups: individuals aged 65 or older and people with disabilities. It defines "vehicle and licensing services" to include standard transactions like driver's license renewals, ID cards, vehicle registrations, and disability placards. The law overrides previous pandemic-era restrictions that limited in-person services, ensuring these groups can access all required services face-to-face at any MVC location. The MVC must implement this change starting four months after the bill's enactment.

Maddy summaryThis resolution urges the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to stop using current transportation providers for disabled veterans traveling to New Jersey’s two VA medical centers (in East Orange and Lyons) and instead fund existing county paratransit services or nonprofit organizations like ARC of New Jersey. It directly affects approximately 53,000 disabled veterans in New Jersey who face inadequate transportation, including reports of veterans being stranded for hours or overnight. The key mechanism is redirecting VA funds to expand existing high-quality paratransit networks - already serving seniors and disabled residents - to cover VA medical appointments, rather than relying on underfunded or inconsistent VA-provided services. The resolution has no legal force but requests the VA reconsider its transportation partnerships.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a public awareness campaign and call center to help New Jersey residents navigate property tax relief programs. It requires the Division of Taxation to educate homeowners and tenants about six specific programs (including ANCHOR, Homestead, Stay NJ, veterans' benefits, and senior/deductions) through media and online resources, explaining eligibility, applications, and required documents. A multilingual call center must provide real-time assistance for these programs, staffed within the state. The bill also mandates an annual report from the Stay NJ Task Force on its activities. The direct beneficiaries are residents eligible for these property tax relief programs.