Asm. Joe Danielsen

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all licensed child care centers in New Jersey to maintain an appropriate supply of epinephrine auto-injector devices (like EpiPens) and ensure at least one staff member is trained to administer them during operating hours. It directly affects licensed child care centers operating under New Jersey's child care licensing laws (P.L.1983, c.492). The key provisions mandate the equipment and training, with the Commissioner of Health allowed to create implementing rules. The bill takes immediate effect upon enactment but is currently pending before the Assembly Health Committee.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 1135) allows New Jersey municipalities to decide whether pedicab passengers may consume alcohol during rides. It amends existing law to let local governments adopt ordinances authorizing or prohibiting alcohol consumption, subject to specific conditions. Key requirements include: passengers must be 21+, only single-serving sealed containers of beer, wine, hard seltzer, or similar beverages are permitted, and pedicabs must have waste receptacles. The bill directly affects pedicab operators, municipalities, and riders in communities that choose to implement such ordinances. It does not mandate alcohol consumption but gives local governments discretion to regulate it.

Maddy summaryAJR 42 is a symbolic resolution expressing New Jersey's support for ending hostilities between Israel and Palestine and promoting peace between the two regions. It condemns violence, extends condolences for civilian casualties since October 7, 2023, and commits the state to rejecting hate, bigotry, and discrimination against any community. The resolution also pledges to "stand up for the other" against bigotry and transmits copies to the U.S. President and New Jersey’s congressional delegation. As a non-binding expression of support, it does not create new policies or affect specific groups directly.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 1166) requires the New Jersey State Police Superintendent to create a recovery leave policy for troopers who provide proof of pregnancy. It mandates at least eight weeks of continuous paid leave after childbirth, with full pay and benefits (not counted as sick leave or deducted from sick leave balances), and prohibits residency restrictions or integrity checks during this period. The policy must be posted on the State Police intranet, including required forms, FAQs, and contact information for inquiries. The bill was enacted into law (P.L.2025, c.259) and took effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryACR 45 proposes adding a constitutional amendment to New Jersey's state constitution that would recognize a fundamental right to reproductive freedom. This amendment would guarantee specific rights including access to contraception, choosing or refusing sterilization, carrying a pregnancy to term, giving birth, or having an abortion, and prohibit the state or local governments from infringing on these rights. Currently, reproductive rights in New Jersey are protected by court decisions and state statutes (like the Freedom of Reproductive Choice Act), but this amendment would formally establish them in the constitution for voter approval. The resolution must be approved by the legislature and then submitted to voters in the next general election.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A1127) allocates an additional $1.2 million in state funding from the Property Tax Relief Fund specifically to the Franklin Township School District in Somerset County. The supplemental appropriation directly assists the school district in covering increased costs for student transportation and charter school tuition. The funding is provided as a supplemental addition to existing annual education appropriations under the state's budget. This is a procedural budgetary action with no new policy provisions, solely addressing specific cost increases for one school district.

Maddy summaryThis New Jersey bill (A1698) allows eligible voters to register to vote on election day or during early voting at their assigned polling place or early voting site, provided they meet specific requirements. It directly affects voters who missed the standard 21-day registration deadline before an election. Key provisions require voters to provide valid ID (like a utility bill or photo ID), complete a provisional ballot affirmation statement confirming they haven't voted already, and submit the registration in person. The bill updates existing law to make same-day registration at polling locations a standard option, ensuring provisional ballots from eligible voters are counted if all requirements are met.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New Jersey's criminal mischief statute (N.J.S.2C:17-3) to specifically criminalize knowingly damaging, interfering with, or tampering with historic places or sites. It defines "historic place or site" as structures approved for the New Jersey Register of Historic Places, identified in local master plans as historically significant, or officially recognized by the State Agriculture Development Committee. Damaging such sites becomes a third-degree crime, punishable by up to five years in prison, a $15,000 fine, or both. The law directly affects individuals who intentionally harm protected historic properties, including buildings, monuments, or structures meeting the defined criteria.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey mail-in ballot application forms to include prepaid postage, paid by the state. It directly affects voters who request mail-in ballots by eliminating the need for them to purchase postage when returning the application. The key provision mandates that the Secretary of State's application form must include prepaid postage, ensuring voters can mail their requests without additional cost. The bill amends existing election law to implement this change, with the state covering the postage expense. This is a procedural adjustment to simplify the mail-in ballot request process for voters.

Maddy summaryThis New Jersey bill requires retailers to provide a raincheck if an item advertised via a digital coupon (like a weekly circular or website discount) is unavailable in stock. The raincheck must allow the consumer to purchase the same item at the advertised price or discount for at least 60 days. It directly affects consumers who rely on digital coupons and retailers offering such promotions. Violations are treated as consumer fraud under state law, potentially resulting in fines up to $20,000 per offense.