Rep. Don Guardian

Maddy summaryThis bill designates June 10, 2026, as "Christina Grimmie Day" in New Jersey to honor the late singer and songwriter who grew up in Marlton, New Jersey. The resolution formally requests the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing the date, which marks the tenth anniversary of Grimmie's passing. While the bill does not alter laws or funding, it serves to acknowledge Grimmie's cultural contributions and her family's foundation that supports families affected by gun violence.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes New Jersey law to allow soil conservation districts to have more than five supervisors on their leadership teams. Currently, districts are limited to exactly five supervisors appointed by the State Soil Conservation Committee. The bill authorizes the State Soil Conservation Committee to set the maximum number of supervisors for each district, replacing the fixed limit. This change directly affects local soil conservation districts and their governance structure.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies funding rules for homeowners associations in planned real estate developments in New Jersey. It requires these associations to conduct professional reserve studies every five years to estimate the costs of repairing or replacing shared building components. The studies must include detailed financial projections over 30 or 35 years, ensuring the community's savings account does not drop below zero. Associations with less than $25,000 in common area capital assets are exempt from these requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill exempts drug manufacturers and distributors from New Jersey's pharmacy licensing requirements when distributing dialysate drugs and devices used for home dialysis treatment of end-stage renal disease patients. It directly affects dialysis manufacturers, distributors, and patients receiving home dialysis, allowing them to bypass standard pharmacy licensing rules under six specific conditions. Key provisions include requiring FDA approval, direct delivery only upon physician orders, original sealed packaging, and mandatory weekly quality checks by a consultant pharmacist. The law ensures these products are handled safely while streamlining access for patients needing home dialysis.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates June 10, 2026, as "Christina Grimmie Day" in New Jersey to honor the late singer and songwriter who was a native of the state. The resolution recognizes Grimmie's musical achievements and her legacy as a New Jersey artist, particularly noting that the date marks the tenth anniversary of her passing. It requests the Governor to issue a proclamation for the day, serving as a commemorative gesture rather than a change to laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryAJR 59 designates May 15 of each year as "Water Safety Day" in New Jersey to raise public awareness about safe water practices and drowning prevention. The bill requests the Governor issue an annual proclamation encouraging state officials and residents to observe the day with activities promoting water safety. It does not create new laws, funding, or requirements, but serves as a ceremonial recognition of the importance of water safety education. This aligns with National and International Water Safety Day observed on the same date.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution commemorates the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The bill asks the Governor to issue a proclamation honoring the victims, first responders, and the resilience of the American people. It also directs that copies of the resolution be sent to federal leaders and members of Congress from New Jersey. The measure serves as a formal state recognition of the event and does not create new laws or change existing policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies New Jersey's driver testing and education rules to better accommodate individuals with disabilities. It allows applicants to use rear visibility systems, such as backup cameras and parking sensors, during road tests to assist with maneuvering. Additionally, the legislation waives the written knowledge exam for out-of-state drivers who are 18 or older and require them to take a video explaining their rights when stopped by police before sitting for any permit test. These changes aim to provide more accessible options for obtaining a driver's license while maintaining safety standards.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases the base pay for election officials in New Jersey from $300 to $300 per election, while also raising specific task-based fees for handling signature registers from a maximum of $25 to $50 per person. It mandates that poll workers receive hourly pay equal to the state minimum wage if they must stay late to accommodate voters still in line when polls are scheduled to close. Additionally, the legislation allows counties to offer optional extra compensation to their election boards and requires the state to reimburse counties for these new costs. These changes directly affect district board members and other poll workers across the state who serve during primary, general, and special elections.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a 10-year urban enterprise zone in Atlantic City to encourage economic development and business investment in the area. It defines specific criteria for businesses to qualify for the zone, requiring them to hire employees who are local residents, unemployed for at least six months, or classified as low-income individuals. The legislation also establishes rules for businesses operating on casino property, allowing them to qualify if they meet the employment requirements, while excluding casinos themselves from qualified business status. By amending existing state statutes, the bill provides a framework for tax relief and development incentives aimed at supporting local employment and community growth in Atlantic City.