Asm. Roy Freiman

Maddy summaryThis bill repeals a 1% tax on purchasers of controlling ownership stakes in Class 4A commercial properties when the transfer value exceeds $1 million. It directly affects buyers of large-scale commercial real estate (such as office buildings or retail spaces, excluding residential, farm, industrial, or vacant land) in transactions over $1 million. The key change removes the "controlling interest transfer tax" (CITT) for these specific high-value transactions, reducing the cost for such purchases. The repeal takes effect after a two-month delay following enactment, applying to transfers occurring on or after that date.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires NJ Transit to provide at least two weeks' notice before routine maintenance or significant service reductions (like major route closures or rail line disruptions). The notice must be delivered in writing to affected municipalities, schools, and institutions; posted at transit facilities; sent via NJ Transit's mobile app; and included on their website, with details on alternative transit options. This applies to all rail lines, light rail lines, and motorbus routes, and requires ongoing updates until service resumes. The law aims to improve rider transparency without changing NJ Transit's service policies.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution (AJR 49) is a symbolic gesture by the New Jersey legislature recognizing the 75th anniversary of Israel's establishment, observed on April 25, 2023. It commends Israel's achievements in building a democratic society and reaffirms New Jersey's longstanding partnership with Israel, including economic, educational, and cultural ties. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply expresses legislative support through words. It does not directly affect any individuals or create new obligations. The resolution took effect immediately upon introduction.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates October 27th of every year as "Tree of Life Remembrance Day" in New Jersey. It requires the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials and residents to observe the day through appropriate activities. The designation commemorates the 2018 mass shooting at Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life Synagogue, which resulted in 11 deaths and 6 injuries, honoring the victims' memories. The bill has no funding requirements or regulatory changes - it is purely a symbolic observance.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A2958) would require New Jersey's Commissioner of Human Services to request federal authorization allowing SNAP (food stamp) benefits to cover delivery fees for online grocery orders. Currently, SNAP funds cannot pay for delivery charges, even though New Jersey participates in a USDA pilot program enabling online grocery purchases through retailers like Amazon and 17 participating stores. The bill directly affects SNAP recipients who use online grocery delivery services, as it seeks to expand their benefit usage to include delivery fees. The request would be made to the USDA's Food and Nutrition Service, which administers the federal SNAP program.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs $2.5 million in existing federal pandemic relief funds (from the CARES Act or American Rescue Plan) to New Jersey's Economic Development Authority (EDA) to provide grants to veteran-owned businesses in the state. The EDA will award these grants to businesses that are independently owned, based in New Jersey, and at least 51% owned and controlled by veterans. The EDA may use up to 5% of the funds for administrative costs. This funding aims to support veteran-owned businesses responding to the public health crisis.

Maddy summaryThis New Jersey bill prohibits the sale, manufacture, distribution, and use of firefighting foam containing PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) after two years, with limited exceptions for certain facilities. It allows oil refineries and petroleum terminals to continue using PFAS-containing foam for up to eight years, with potential extensions through a waiver process requiring proof of no available alternatives. The bill requires manufacturers to recall PFAS-containing foam within 27 months and directs the Department of Environmental Protection to establish a collection and disposal program for such foam, appropriating $250,000 for initial funding. Fire departments and facilities using PFAS-containing foam must report usage and implement containment measures to prevent environmental releases. The law aims to protect public health and the environment from PFAS contamination while providing a transition period for essential facilities.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New Jersey's limited brewery license rules to allow consumers to eat food on brewery premises. Currently, limited brewery license holders cannot sell food or operate restaurants on their premises. The bill would permit food consumption from outside vendors or restaurants not owned by the brewery, but prohibits breweries from bringing food onto premises that they directly own or control (defined as owning more than 5% of a business's profits, assets, or stock). This change specifically affects limited breweries that brew up to 300,000 barrels annually and sell products directly to consumers on-site.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all New Jersey state agencies to update official forms, documents, and applications to collect sex, gender, and sexual orientation information more respectfully. It mandates that such data only be collected when vital for health services, makes it optional for statistical purposes with clear labeling, and requires sensitive phrasing that allows non-binary designations. Individuals (or their parents/guardians for minors) control whether to share this information, and agencies must follow best practices recognized by LGBTQ advocacy groups like Garden State Equality. Federal collection requirements would need documented justification before including such questions on state forms.

Maddy summaryThis bill provides a temporary 25% credit against New Jersey gross income tax for eligible first-time homebuyers (who purchased a home in 2019, 2020, or 2021) and seniors aged 65+ who are state residents. The credit covers up to $2,500 per year of property taxes paid on their primary home. If the credit exceeds the taxpayer’s income tax liability, the remaining amount is refunded. The credit applies only for tax years 2019 through 2021.