Asm. Sterley Stanley

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits mail-in ballot messengers or bearers from accepting, offering, or providing any consideration (including cash, goods, services, or other compensation) for their service. It directly affects individuals who deliver or collect mail-in ballots under New Jersey's existing rules, which require messengers to be family members or county residents. The law amends current procedures by adding a clear ban on payment or incentives for ballot delivery, while maintaining existing requirements like photo ID verification and limits on how many voters a messenger can serve. This change aims to prevent potential coercion or improper influence in the ballot delivery process.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey public school districts to provide annual training on trauma-informed education to all teaching staff and school board members. The training aims to help educators recognize and address the impacts of adverse childhood experiences (like abuse, household instability, or violence) on students' learning and well-being. School districts must use guidelines developed by the state Department of Education, which will cover identifying trauma signs in students, classroom strategies, and supporting staff affected by secondary trauma. The bill takes effect in the first full school year after enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 3372) requires large warehouse developments (100,000+ square feet) to include sufficient onsite parking for tractor trailers between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. as a condition for preliminary site plan approval. It directly affects warehouse developers and property owners planning new large-scale distribution centers in New Jersey. The key provision mandates that parking must prevent tractor trailers from overflowing onto public roads or neighboring properties during overnight hours. This amendment to existing zoning law (P.L.1975, c.291) would change approval requirements for such developments, pending legislative action.

Maddy summaryThis bill would allow New Jersey dentists and dental hygienists licensed in New Jersey to practice in other states that join the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact without obtaining a separate license in each state. It creates a "compact privilege" that enables licensed professionals to work across participating states while still following each state's practice rules and standards. The compact requires states to share disciplinary information and maintain their own licensing requirements, aiming to improve access to dental care in underserved areas and support workforce mobility. The bill does not change New Jersey's current licensing standards or requirements for dental professionals.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A3350) increases penalties for domestic violence offenders in New Jersey and creates a dedicated fund for victim legal services. It adds two civil penalties: a $50-$500 fine payable immediately, and a $1,500 penalty paid over three years ($500 annually). All funds from these penalties, plus an increased $500 surcharge on domestic violence convictions, flow into the "Domestic Violence Victims' Legal Assistance Fund." The fund will directly support organizations providing legal advocacy, medical assistance, and referrals to domestic violence victims. The bill affects offenders who pay penalties and victims who receive enhanced legal services through the new fund.

Maddy summaryThis bill (now enacted as P.L.2025, c.277) establishes new requirements for New Jersey charter schools, their boards of trustees, and charter management organizations (CMOs). It mandates that charter schools conduct annual "compensation studies" comparing top staff pay to public school equivalents, sets enrollment limits (max 500 students or 25% of the district’s student body), and requires detailed application materials covering governance, curriculum, admission policies, and community involvement. These rules directly affect charter schools seeking approval, their governing boards, and CMOs operating multiple schools. The law aims to standardize oversight while ensuring charter schools meet academic performance standards and maintain transparency in staffing and operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a centralized database managed by the New Jersey State Police for law enforcement job applicants. It requires all state law enforcement agencies to collect and report applicant details - including identity, position sought, employment offer status, and reasons for denial (such as positive drug test results in the Central Drug Registry) - to this confidential database. Agencies must consult the database before making job offers, and the information will remain private, not accessible to the public. The Attorney General will establish guidelines for database operations, including disqualification standards and privacy procedures.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates the Blue Acres Buyout Fund within New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), appropriating $25 million from the General Fund. The fund will provide relocation assistance to homeowners and tenants displaced by Blue Acres property acquisitions, cover the state's costs for purchasing flood-prone lands under the Blue Acres program, and pay for program administration (limited to 5% of annual funds). It directly affects residents in flood-prone areas who may be relocated due to these acquisitions. The fund operates as a nonlapsing, revolving account managed by the DEP.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Department of Education to create and maintain a searchable website listing all educational programs and resources for students with disabilities eligible for special education. The site must include details on approved schools (in-state, out-of-state, and specialized programs), assistive technologies, and support organizations, searchable by disability type, location, and keyword. The Department must consult with the State Special Education Advisory Council and update the site annually to ensure accuracy. This directly affects students with disabilities, their families, and educators seeking accessible information about available services.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 3106) requires New Jersey's Director of Purchase and Property to review state purchasing practices for menstrual products and establish a centralized contract to reduce costs for state agencies. It mandates that the director, at a state department's request, advertise for and award a statewide contract for menstrual products (including pads, tampons, and cups), making it available to all state agencies and cooperative purchasing participants like schools and local governments. Non-profits may also purchase under this contract at the director’s discretion, subject to reporting requirements. The bill focuses solely on streamlining state procurement, not on providing free products to individuals.