Asm. Sterley Stanley

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Commissioner of Corrections to provide family planning services to female inmates at least 10 days before their release from state correctional facilities. It amends existing law (P.L.2009, c.329) to add this requirement as a mandatory provision alongside other reentry support items like medical summaries, medication, and voting information. The bill directly affects female inmates in state prisons, ensuring they receive these services as part of their transition planning. The policy change is a specific addition to the existing "Fair Release and Reentry Act" requirements, with no additional funding or implementation details specified in the text.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Drinking Water Quality Institute to study how to regulate and treat perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. The study must assess whether a single standard for all PFAS chemicals (or groups of them) would be feasible instead of individual standards for each substance, and evaluate treatment technologies to remove PFAS from water. The DEP must submit a report to the Legislature and publish it online within 24 months of the bill's enactment. This study aims to inform future regulatory decisions affecting public water systems and drinking water safety in New Jersey.

Maddy summaryAJR 64 designates November 22 of each year as "Kimchi Day" in New Jersey. The resolution requests the Governor issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials and residents to observe the day with cultural activities. It directly recognizes New Jersey's Korean-American community, which includes approximately 105,000 residents - especially in Bergen County - and celebrates kimchi's cultural significance. The bill has no regulatory effect; it is purely a symbolic observance honoring kimchi's heritage and health benefits as recognized by South Korea and the UN.

Maddy summaryThis bill eliminates a $75 fee for New Jersey businesses seeking a "COVID-19 Expansion Permit" that allows them to temporarily expand outdoor serving areas under a 2020 special ruling. It directly affects alcohol license holders who previously paid this fee for permits enabling outdoor expansion during pandemic restrictions. The bill requires the Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) to waive the fee for future applications and reimburse businesses that paid it before the law takes effect. This is a straightforward fee waiver with no new requirements or eligibility changes beyond the existing permit program.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires businesses receiving New Jersey Economic Development Authority (EDA) incentives - such as grants, tax credits, or loans - to pay a penalty if they fail to meet program requirements. The penalty equals the recipient’s applicable tax rate multiplied by the total value of the incentive received. The EDA must annually verify performance, notify the Division of Taxation about noncompliance, and collect penalties for deposit into the state General Fund. This applies only to new incentives approved after the bill’s effective date, with existing contracts protected from changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a two-year Animal Advocate Program within New Jersey's Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC). It allows courts to appoint an advocate in specific criminal cases involving animal welfare - such as animal cruelty (R.S.4:22-17) or dog fighting (P.L.2015, c.85) - to represent the animal's best interests. The advocate monitors the case, reviews records from animal control and veterinarians, shares information with attorneys, and recommends placement or care to the court. The program expires after two years, requiring the AOC to submit a report on implementation and recommendations for continuation.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the New Jersey Student Educator Tuition Remission Program to help reduce the cost of teacher certification. It provides tuition coverage for eligible students completing clinical practice in approved educator preparation programs at public New Jersey colleges or universities. Students must be NJ residents enrolled full-time in an approved program, meet citizenship/financial aid criteria, and complete required steps for clinical practice. The program covers up to two semesters of eligible tuition expenses, with repayment required only if a student is dismissed, disqualified from teaching, or becomes ineligible for certification - though no repayment is needed for withdrawals due to illness or family emergencies.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires applicants seeking to locate a substance use disorder treatment center within 500 feet of a school to first obtain local community support. Specifically, applicants must notify the local town/city council and county planning board about their proposed location and request a resolution of support from the council before submitting their license application. The applicant must then submit this resolution along with their license application to the state. This applies only to new applications for treatment centers near schools serving children aged 5-18, not existing facilities. The law aims to ensure community input before such facilities open near schools.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires nonprofit community residences for people with developmental disabilities in New Jersey to install standby emergency power generators during power outages. Facilities starting operations after the bill's effective date must have generators immediately, while existing facilities must install them within 90 days. The utility company covers installation costs, but the facility operator must maintain and regularly test the generator per engineering standards. The Commissioner of Human Services will create regulations to implement these requirements, affecting over 100 such facilities statewide.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires new law enforcement employers (such as county/municipal police departments, educational institutions, state agencies, or NJ Transit) to reimburse former employers for training costs when an officer moves to a new position within 120 days of resignation. The reimbursement amount depends on the officer's prior tenure: 100% if they resigned after a probationary period or less than two years of permanent service, or 50% if they had two to three years of permanent service. The bill covers examination, hiring, and training costs including course fees and base salary during training. New employers must complete reimbursement within 120 days of the new appointment.