Asm. Annette Quijano

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes all New Jersey state, county, and municipal law enforcement officers to access crime scenes and evidence under their agency's jurisdiction. It directly affects officers (who gain clear access rights) and anyone who obstructs them (including federal officers), making such obstruction a violation punishable under existing law. The key provision requires officers to access evidence only within their agency's responsibility, while prohibiting interference with this access. The Attorney General must issue implementation guidelines, and the law takes effect four months after enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A4155) allows New Jersey municipalities to establish restricted parking spaces for volunteer firefighters without needing approval from the state transportation commissioner. It amends traffic laws (R.S. 39:4-8) to permit local governments to directly create these spaces, provided they follow standard traffic control guidelines and safety requirements. The policy directly affects volunteer firefighters (who need quick access to stations during emergencies) and municipal governments managing local streets. Municipal engineers must certify that these parking designs meet safety standards before implementation.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A4082) requires manufacturers and sellers of certain hemp-derived cannabinoid products - like Delta-8-THC edibles, supplements, and vape products - to register with and comply with safety regulations set by New Jersey’s Cannabis Regulatory Commission. It directly affects businesses selling these products, mandating product testing, accurate labeling of cannabinoid content, and adherence to safety standards to address concerns about high THC levels and unregulated ingredients. Key provisions include defining regulated terms (e.g., "Delta-8-THC" and "artificially derived cannabinoids"), requiring dry-weight testing for THC content, and prohibiting unsafe contaminants. The law aims to ensure product safety by bringing these currently unregulated items under the state’s existing cannabis regulatory framework.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey long-term care facilities providing specialized care for Alzheimer's patients to maintain at least one staff member trained in memory care at all times. It mandates that facilities keep daily staffing records (including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nurse aides) and provide this information to the public upon request. Additionally, facilities must share a written list of Alzheimer's-specific activities and safety policies with potential residents and submit annual reports on antipsychotic medication use to the state health department. These requirements directly affect facilities serving Alzheimer's patients across New Jersey.

Maddy summaryAJR 125 is a symbolic joint resolution designating December 3rd of each year as "International Day of Persons with Disabilities" in New Jersey. It requests the Governor issue an annual proclamation urging public officials and citizens to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs. The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or direct obligations; it solely recognizes the existing United Nations observance to promote awareness of disability inclusion and support for the rights of people with disabilities. This procedural measure aligns New Jersey with global efforts to highlight disability rights and inclusion.

Maddy summaryThis bill would expand New Jersey's child tax credit by doubling the maximum credit amount (from $1,000 to $2,000 per child), raising the age limit for eligible children from under 6 to under 18, and increasing the income threshold from $80,000 to $150,000 for eligibility. Taxpayers with incomes under $30,000 would receive $2,000 per child, with the credit gradually decreasing to $800 for incomes between $130,000 and $150,000. It affects New Jersey residents with children under 18 who file state tax returns, including those using Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers. The changes apply to taxable years beginning January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryAJR 130 designates June of each year as "Gun Violence Awareness Month" in New Jersey. The resolution requests the Governor issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials, organizations, and residents to observe the month with awareness activities. It does not create new laws or funding but formally recognizes gun violence as a public health concern, citing statistics on firearm-related deaths and societal costs. This symbolic resolution directly affects New Jersey residents and state officials through its annual designation and call for community observance.

Maddy summaryThis New Jersey bill requires used car dealers to pay the full remaining loan balance on a trade-in vehicle within 15 days of taking possession and provide proof of payment to the person who traded in the vehicle. Dealers who fail to comply face penalties of up to $1,000 for the first offense and $2,000 for subsequent offenses, plus any late fees they caused. It directly affects vehicle owners trading in their cars and dealers, ensuring outstanding loans are settled promptly without delays. The bill also updates existing title transfer rules to clarify timelines for delivering vehicle titles after loan payments are made.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New Jersey's stalking law to specifically protect adoptive parents and children under 18. It adds a definition of "course of conduct" to include repeated communications with the adoptive child by a person whose parental rights were terminated, if done against the adoptive parent's instructions. The bill also requires courts to issue restraining orders against such individuals when they commit specific crimes (like assault, stalking, or harassment) against the adoptive parent. These orders can prohibit contact, mandate staying away from the adoptive parent's home or workplace, and include other protective measures. The law applies exclusively to people who had their parental rights terminated for the child.

Maddy summaryThis bill protects working parents and legal guardians of school-aged children (Kindergarten through 12th grade) during school closures caused by state or public health emergencies. It prohibits employers from requiring these employees to work in person if their job can be done remotely, unless the employer proves remote work would cause an undue hardship to business operations. The law includes a rebuttable presumption that remote work is feasible if an employee has already worked remotely for two consecutive pay periods, and employers cannot penalize staff for requesting or using remote work. Violations carry escalating fines: $1,000 for the first offense, $5,000 for the second, and $10,000 for each subsequent violation.