Asm. Yvonne Lopez

Co-sponsor S 3079

Signed into law · New Jersey Senate · Co-sponsor

Establishes School Safety and Security Task Force.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor A 1707

Signed into law · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Establishes presumption that VCCO will order payment to victim of crime.*

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New Jersey's Criminal Injuries Compensation Act to establish a presumption that the Victims of Crime Compensation Office (VCCO) will approve payments to eligible crime victims. It extends the filing deadline for claims from three to five years (with the timeline starting when a minor turns 18) and requires the VCCO to make decisions within 90 days of receiving complete applications. The presumption means compensation will be granted unless specific denial reasons apply, such as the victim's criminal history or lack of cooperation with law enforcement. This change streamlines access to financial support for victims of qualifying crimes, including medical costs, lost wages, and funeral expenses.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor A 1581

Signed into law · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Requires MVC to provide customer service telephone number at motor vehicle inspection facilities.

Maddy summaryThis bill (NJ A1581) requires the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to prominently display a toll-free customer service phone number at all official vehicle inspection facilities. It directly affects vehicle owners who use these facilities by providing a clear way to report technical issues they encounter during inspections. The key provision mandates that MVC display this number conspicuously, allowing customers to call and report problems directly to the commission. The law took effect immediately upon approval.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor A 5417

Signed into law · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Prohibits limiting number of county college credits that may be applied towards educator preparation program and teacher certification requirements.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor A 3093

Signed into law · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Authorizes court to include in domestic violence restraining orders a provision making the order applicable to a pregnant victim's child upon birth of the child.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor S 2249

Passed · New Jersey Senate · Co-sponsor

Revises number of qualified disabled veterans' businesses required to designate set-aside contract from three to two.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes New Jersey's requirement for designating set-aside contracts for disabled veterans' businesses, reducing the number of qualified businesses needed from three to two. It directly affects state contracting agencies and disabled veterans' businesses by making it easier to qualify for these set-aside contracts, which reserve work for veteran-owned businesses. The change aligns New Jersey's standard with federal guidelines and neighboring states, addressing challenges caused by the low number of registered disabled veterans' businesses in the state. The amendment modifies existing law to allow set-asides when at least two qualified businesses can bid fairly on the contract.

Passed Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary A 5810

Passed · New Jersey General Assembly · Lead sponsor

Amends lists of environmental infrastructure projects approved for long-term funding by DEP under FY 2024 environmental infrastructure funding program.

Passed Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary A 4105

Passed · New Jersey General Assembly · Lead sponsor

Establishes Interagency Council on Homelessness.

Passed Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor A 5391

Passed · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Imposes conditions on drivers approaching disabled vehicles.

Passed Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 3211

Passed · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Establishes "New Jersey Feminine Hygiene Products for the Homeless Act."

Passed Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track