Rep. Andrew Macurdy

Maddy summaryThis bill requires large artificial intelligence developers operating in New Jersey to report their safety measures to the state Attorney General. It defines "large frontier developers" as companies that use massive computing power to train AI models and generate over $100 million in annual revenue. These companies must annually submit a written disclosure explaining the technical and organizational protocols they use to prevent catastrophic harm, such as the creation of dangerous weapons or the loss of control over their systems. The legislation aims to increase transparency by mandating that these firms assess and mitigate risks associated with their advanced AI technologies.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows New Jersey municipalities and counties to lower speed limits by up to five miles per hour on specific roads without first conducting a formal engineering and traffic investigation. The change applies only to roads currently limited to 35 mph or less that are located in school zones or designated high-pedestrian areas, which must include commercial downtowns, transit corridors, and zones near major transit facilities. To prevent redundant studies, the law prohibits lowering speeds more than once on the same road segment, reducing limits below 15 mph, or acting within a year of a completed traffic study. Local governments must still consult with engineers and install proper signage to notify drivers of any new speed limits.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the New Jersey Department of Transportation to create a single, universal application form for all its grant programs. The department must develop this form within three months, publish it on its website, and mandate that all future grant requests be submitted through this new system. Before the form goes live, the department must notify the public and provide at least 30 days of education on the new process. The law directly affects counties, municipalities, and other entities that currently apply for state transportation funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to use specific state funds to finance environmental infrastructure projects in fiscal year 2027. The legislation authorizes the department to provide zero-interest or principal forgiveness loans to sponsors for clean water and drinking water initiatives, utilizing money from various revolving funds and federal grants. Additionally, it permits the transfer of funds between different state revolving accounts to address urgent public health threats and meet future financing needs. Ultimately, the act ensures that available capital is allocated to support essential water and wastewater infrastructure improvements through the state's lending programs.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows prosecutors to request pretrial detention for defendants who violate protective orders issued under the Victim's Assistance and Survivor Protection Act. It amends existing New Jersey law by adding contempt of such protective orders as a specific ground for holding a defendant in jail before their trial. The legislation establishes a legal presumption that defendants accused of serious crimes should be detained if a judge finds probable cause that they pose a risk to public safety or will not appear in court. While detained, defendants retain the right to legal representation and a hearing to contest the detention, though standard trial evidence rules do not apply during this process.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates an Abandoned Mine Reclamation Transportation and Utility Protection Program within the New Jersey Department of Transportation to address hazards posed by inactive mines. It requires the department to develop a comprehensive plan in collaboration with the Department of Labor and the Department of Environmental Protection, which will map abandoned mines and prioritize those threatening roads, bridges, and public utilities. The legislation grants state employees the right to enter private property for safety investigations after providing proper notice, while ensuring that property owners are informed of findings and not forced to pay for these assessments. Once the plan is finalized, the department will execute reclamation projects to stabilize or backfill dangerous mine voids, using an established state fund to cover associated costs.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 24, 2026, as "Watchung Centennial Jubilee Day" to honor the 100th anniversary of the Borough of Watchung in Somerset County, New Jersey. The resolution formally recognizes the borough's history, including its 1926 incorporation, scenic natural features, and significant role in the American Revolution. It directs copies of the document to be sent to the borough's mayor and council, with no changes to existing laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Governor to include a detailed annual report in the budget message about revenues and spending from the "societal benefits charge" on utility bills. The report must show, for each of the past five fiscal years and the current year, how much was collected from electricity and gas customers, and how those funds were spent - specifically for energy efficiency programs, low-income energy assistance, plug-in electric vehicle incentives, and other approved initiatives. It also mandates itemized breakdowns of funds allocated by each utility company. The goal is to increase transparency about how this charge, embedded in customer bills, finances state energy and assistance programs.

Maddy summaryThe AI Likeness Protection Act requires anyone distributing realistic images, videos, or audio created by artificial intelligence to obtain consent from the person depicted or their guardian. This rule applies to content that looks like a real person but was generated by a computer rather than captured from actual footage. The law allows people to sue for damages if their likeness is used without permission, unless the creator clearly labels the content as AI-generated or the use is satire involving a public figure. By mandating consent and labeling, the bill aims to protect individuals from having their identity misused in deceptive or harmful ways.

Maddy summaryThis bill, titled the Property Tax Relief Act, modifies how the State Health Benefits Program and the School Employees' Health Benefits Program operate in New Jersey. It limits reimbursement for specific medical procedures like knee and hip replacements, MRIs, and colonoscopies to the lowest available price, unless the service is provided at certain rural or critical access hospitals or in an emergency. The legislation also requires non-state employers to commit to staying in the program for three years if they join or leave, and it establishes a five-member commission to oversee the program's administration.