Asm. John DiMaio

Co-sponsor A 1854

In committee · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Requires minimum annual State appropriation of $10 million for Public Health Priority Funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey to appropriate at least $10 million annually from the state General Fund for Public Health Priority Funding, starting July 1 after enactment. It directly affects local health departments by restoring a dedicated, unrestricted funding source they lost in 2010 (when the program was eliminated). The funding would allow these departments to cover core operational costs and address local health needs, rather than relying solely on restricted federal/state funds for specific services like vaccines. This reinstates a program originally established in 1977 that previously provided about 15% of local health department funding.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill mandates an annual state appropriation of $10 million for Public Health Priority Funding, directly affecting state budgets and increasing funding for public services.95% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill A 1854 mandates a $10 million annual state appropriation for Public Health Priority Funding, directly supporting local health departments and their operational costs.95% confidence

In committee Jan 9, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary A 1127

In committee · New Jersey General Assembly · Lead sponsor

Establishes "Subaccount for School Funding Protection" reserve account in Property Tax Relief Fund to prevent state aid losses for schools during economic emergency.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a dedicated "Subaccount for School Funding Protection" within New Jersey's Property Tax Relief Fund. It requires the State Treasurer to deposit annually, by December 31, at least 50% of any excess revenue collected in the Property Tax Relief Fund above the Governor's certified estimate. The subaccount can only be accessed to protect school funding during economic emergencies or if Property Tax Relief Fund revenues fall short of projections, preventing cuts to school aid. It cannot be used for general state spending unless specific conditions are met, such as a projected revenue decline exceeding 2% or a declared emergency affecting schools. This directly safeguards public school funding during economic downturns.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill A 1127 establishes a reserve account to protect school funding during economic emergencies, promoting fiscal responsibility and protecting appropriations within the state budget.95% confidence EducationSupports EducationBill A 1127 establishes a reserve account to protect school funding and prevent state aid losses for schools during economic emergencies, directly supporting education.98% confidence

In committee Jan 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor A 1575

In committee · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Requires Division of Developmental Disabilities to develop guidelines for tiered group home placements and transfers.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey's A1575 requires the Division of Developmental Disabilities to create guidelines for placing individuals with developmental disabilities in two types of group homes: Level 1 (for those with minimal behavioral challenges) and Level 2 (for those needing more intensive care due to persistent risks of harm to self or others). The guidelines must determine placements based on clinical needs, behavior patterns, and safety risks, and specify criteria for transferring between levels, including requiring Level 2 homes to provide services supporting reintegration into less restrictive settings. Transfers to Level 1 must demonstrate 18 months of stable behavior, meeting specific goals, and having support systems in place, while Level 2 placements require documented need for higher-intensity care. These guidelines will directly affect group home residents, operators, and the Division of Developmental Disabilities.

In committee Jan 9, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 1739

In committee · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Makes certain for-profit debt adjusters eligible for licensing to conduct business in State.

In committee Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 2989

Passed · New Jersey Senate · Co-sponsor

Makes certain for-profit debt adjusters eligible for licensing to conduct business in State.

Passed Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor A 5877

Passed · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Establishes New Jersey Educator Evaluation Review Task Force; clarifies collection of student growth data.*

Passed Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary ACR 191

Passed · New Jersey General Assembly · Lead sponsor

Revises Joint Rules concerning prefiling, district offices, and information technology system.

Passed Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary AR 205

Passed · New Jersey General Assembly · Lead sponsor

Increases number of bills or resolutions that may be prefiled to 100 and permits withdrawal of certain bills and resolutions.

Passed Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor A 203

Passed · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Authorizes creation of special license plates commemorating horse as State animal.

Passed Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor AJR 223

Passed · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Designates March 16 as "Paws Healing Heroes Day" in New Jersey.

Passed Dec 28, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track