Asm. Mike Inganamort

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits New Jersey state agencies from requiring municipalities in the Highlands planning area to revise their local master plans to match the regional master plan as a condition for approvals like permits, grants, or loans. It also bans agencies from considering whether a municipality follows the regional plan when making decisions about funding, permits, or assistance. State departments listed include environmental protection, transportation, community affairs, and affordable housing agencies. The law takes immediate effect and directly affects municipalities in the Highlands region by reducing state oversight of their local land-use planning.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Attorney General to review and update statewide policies for investigating human trafficking. It directs the AG to specifically consider: whether recording undercover investigations protects victims and investigation integrity, strict rules for sharing such recordings, and involving county prosecutors early in cases. The policy review must address these points to better protect victims and support law enforcement. The bill responds to a 2024 commission report on human trafficking in New Jersey's massage industry and applies directly to county/municipal law enforcement and victims of trafficking.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands New Jersey's Regulatory Flexibility Act to require state agencies to assess how proposed rules impact small businesses (defined as those with under 100 employees or $6 million in annual sales). Agencies must now minimize economic burdens through tailored compliance options, simplified reporting, and performance-based standards - without compromising public health or safety. It also mandates agencies to review existing rules every seven years and creates a 90-day petition process for small businesses to challenge rules they claim unfairly harm them. The law aims to reduce regulatory costs while maintaining statutory goals.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey's A 180 prohibits the state from charging drivers based on miles traveled. It defines a "mileage-based user fee" as any charge calculated by vehicle miles driven during a set period. The bill also bans state funding for any related programs, studies, or pilot projects. This law takes effect immediately.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits New Jersey mail-in ballot outer envelopes from displaying any visible political party names, symbols, or designations to the public. It directly affects all voters receiving mail-in ballots in New Jersey elections, as county clerks must ensure envelopes contain no political information on their exterior. Key mechanisms require county clerks to use envelopes without visible political content when mailing ballots and to include specific voter instructions on the envelope's exterior. The bill amends existing election laws to mandate this change for both primary and general election mail-in ballots.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits New Jersey public utilities from charging customers an extra fee (surcharge) when they pay for services using one-time methods like online credit/debit cards, phone payments, or direct bank withdrawals. It directly affects customers who choose these payment options instead of enrolling in automatic billing. The law bans utilities from adding costs to cover third-party payment processing fees for these specific non-automatic payment methods. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A172) clarifies that individuals convicted of domestic violence offenses - defined as acts covered under New Jersey law (C.2C:25-19) or comparable statutes elsewhere - will be denied handgun purchase permits or firearms purchaser identification cards. It directly affects applicants for firearm permits who have such convictions, as these disqualify them under existing law. The key mechanism adds explicit language to the permit denial criteria, ensuring domestic violence convictions are treated as a permanent barrier to firearm access. The bill does not change the background check process itself but reinforces that these convictions automatically prevent permit issuance. The bill is currently pending in the Assembly Judiciary Committee (introduced January 13, 2026).

Maddy summaryAJR 54 is a commemorative resolution designating April 27th (Ulysses S. Grant’s birthday) as "Ulysses S. Grant Day" in New Jersey. It does not create new laws or directly affect any individuals or groups; instead, it requests the governor issue an annual proclamation encouraging public recognition of Grant’s legacy. The resolution highlights Grant’s military service, presidency, advocacy for civil rights, and historical ties to Long Branch, New Jersey. This is a ceremonial measure with no policy impact, focused solely on honoring his contributions through an annual observance.

Maddy summaryThis bill decriminalizes the manufacture and certain possession of slingshots by removing them from New Jersey's legal definition of "firearm." The key mechanism amends the statute to exclude devices like slingshots - propelled by elastic bands - that previously fell under firearm regulations. As a result, slingshots will no longer be subject to firearm-related requirements, such as background checks or licensing. The bill directly affects individuals who make or possess slingshots for recreational or other non-criminal purposes, changing their legal status from regulated firearms to non-firearm items.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new Government Efficiency and Regulatory Review Commission to evaluate state regulations and executive orders. It directly affects businesses, workers, and local governments by requiring the commission to assess whether these rules impose excessive costs or burdens relative to their benefits. The commission, composed of nine state officials and legislative leaders, will review all relevant rules annually, hold public hearings, and provide annual recommendations to the Governor for changes to burdensome regulations. All commission findings are advisory only and cannot be used to challenge state agencies legally.