Asm. Dawn Fantasia

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Attorney General to establish a voting fraud task force within the Division of Criminal Justice. The task force, composed of state, county, and municipal law enforcement officers as designated by the AG, will investigate and prosecute voting fraud crimes using a coordinated strategy. It directly affects the Attorney General's office and law enforcement agencies, mandating a centralized effort to address voting fraud statewide. The bill is procedural and does not change existing voting laws or create new penalties.

Maddy summaryACR 130 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring New Jersey's Legislature to hold four annual meetings - once per quarter - solely to vote on bills certified as providing property tax relief. These certified bills must lower property taxes without increasing revenue, and must address specific areas like pension reform, education funding, or local government spending. The amendment mandates that if a bill passes one legislative house, the other house must vote on it within 60 days, with the final meeting required at least 70 days before the legislative term ends. It does not require voting on all property tax bills or block consideration outside these quarterly sessions. The Legislature would designate a body to certify qualifying bills, ensuring they meet defined relief criteria.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the "New Jersey Farm to Public Institution of Higher Education Program" within the Department of Agriculture. It requires public colleges and universities (like Rutgers and state colleges) to adopt new procurement practices, including creating price preferences for locally grown food, improving kitchen facilities to use fresh produce daily, and using a public directory to connect schools directly with New Jersey farmers. The program also mandates a dedicated website to share purchasing agreements and promote local food networks. This directly affects public institutions of higher education, New Jersey farmers, and students by increasing local food access in campus meal programs.

Maddy summaryThis New Jersey bill (A4153) creates a new license plate option featuring a militiaman image and the phrase "Protect the Second Amendment." Vehicle owners who apply for these plates pay a $50 initial fee plus a $10 annual fee, with all fees deposited into a special "Second Amendment License Plate Fund." The fund must be used exclusively to support State-owned gun ranges, as specified by the Fish and Game Council. The bill requires the Motor Vehicle Commission to design and issue the plates per state law, with initial program costs covered by private donations (capped at $25,000) rather than public funds.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 4142) requires New Jersey's Division of Fish and Wildlife to provide voter registration forms when issuing hunting, fishing, or trapping licenses. It mandates that license applicants receive a form to register to vote, along with an opt-out form explaining that declining won't affect their license or assistance. The opt-out form includes key protections: confidentiality of the decision, no impact on benefits, and instructions for seeking help or reporting interference. This applies directly to people obtaining these licenses, making license offices a new point for voter registration outreach. The bill is currently in the Assembly committee stage (introduced April 4, 2024).

Maddy summaryThis bill removes the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission's (MVC) authority to increase certain fees for marine equipment transactions and instead fixes those fees by law. It specifically sets fees at $20 for standard certificate issuance, $30 for transactions involving security interests, and $10 for lien satisfaction notices. The bill directly affects marine equipment buyers, sellers, dealers, and secured parties who process ownership records with the MVC. These fee amounts are now permanently established by statute, preventing future MVC adjustments.

Maddy summaryThis bill removes Election Day from the list of state public holidays in New Jersey. It amends two statutes (P.L.2008, c.89 and R.S.36:1-1) to delete "any general election day" as a recognized holiday for state government operations. As a result, state offices that previously closed on election days will now remain open for business. The change directly affects state government employees and operations, requiring them to work on election days instead of observing the day as a holiday.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A4152) increases the minimum civil fine for harassing someone lawfully taking wildlife from $100 to $250 and enhances penalties for repeat offenders. It directly affects individuals who harass hunters or wildlife enthusiasts during lawful activities. The key change is raising the penalty for second or subsequent offenses from a petty disorderly persons offense (up to 30 days jail or $500 fine) to a disorderly persons offense (up to six months jail or $1,000 fine). The bill also allows victims to seek civil damages for related expenses like license fees or equipment costs. It was introduced in the Assembly on April 4, 2024.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 4108) requires New Jersey's Department of Labor and Workforce Development (DOLWD) to produce monthly reports starting January 1, 2025, showing in-demand jobs, required skills, and geographic needs across the state. The reports must specifically map which in-demand jobs align with veterans' existing skills, experience, and credentials. DOLWD must then share these reports monthly with military out-placement offices, education centers, and other state agencies helping veterans find work. The law directly affects veterans by connecting their qualifications to current job opportunities in high-demand fields.

Maddy summaryAJR 165 designates the first full week of June each year as "New Jersey Fishing and Boating Week" to recognize the importance of these recreational activities. The bill directs the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public observance and requires the Division of Fish and Wildlife to publicize the week and coordinate at least one of the state's existing free fishing days with it. It does not create new laws, funding, or requirements - only establishes a symbolic observance. The bill directly affects all New Jersey residents by highlighting local fishing and boating opportunities, which include the state's coastline, lakes, and diverse species like striped bass and brook trout. This is a ceremonial resolution with no regulatory impact.