Asm. Mike Inganamort

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New Jersey law to explicitly include virtual currency and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) in the definition of "gift" for public officials. It prohibits state and local government employees, elected representatives, and other defined public officials from accepting these digital assets as gifts. The change updates existing gift restrictions to cover new forms of digital value, ensuring virtual currency and NFTs are treated the same as traditional gifts under state ethics laws. This is a definitional update with no new penalties or enforcement mechanisms beyond current gift-prohibition rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill revises New Jersey's law to prohibit state agencies, school boards, and local governments from entering public contracts with entities providing *any* goods or services (even $1 or more) in Iran's energy sector - including oil, gas, or related infrastructure like pipelines. Currently, the threshold requires $20 million or more in transactions to trigger the prohibition. The change aligns state policy with federal sanctions aimed at limiting Iran's energy revenue, which the bill states supports U.S. efforts to counter terrorism and weapons development funding. It applies to all public contracts awarded 30 days after the law takes effect.

Maddy summaryACR 150 is a New Jersey Assembly concurrent resolution declaring that the Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP) proposed "New Jersey Protecting Against Climate Change - Resilient Environment and Landscapes" (NJPACT-REAL) rules are inconsistent with legislative intent. The resolution argues the DEP overstepped its authority by proposing these rules without specific legislative authorization, citing outdated or repealed laws as justification. It gives the DEP 30 days to withdraw or amend the proposed rules, which would significantly expand flood hazard areas and impact coastal property owners through higher costs for building, renovation, and property taxes. This procedural resolution does not change laws but formally requests the DEP to align its rules with legislative intent.

Maddy summaryThis bill exempts community gardens from needing certain environmental permits when they manage organic waste through on-site composting systems. It applies to gardens using food waste collected separately from other trash, limiting weekly processing to 200 gallons (or scaled for properties over 5,000 sq ft). Gardens must use all compost on-site or distribute/sell it per New Jersey DEP rules for Class C recyclables. The exemption removes regulatory barriers under the state's Solid Waste Management and Recycling Acts.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) to create a loan program helping beginning farmers purchase essential farming capital like land, farm buildings, and equipment. Beginning farmers are defined as New Jersey residents with low or moderate net worth who are actively farming or planning to start farming. To qualify, applicants must meet specific criteria including New Jersey residency, property location within the state, relevant farming experience, and plans for active farm operation. Loans would be issued by NJEDA with terms and interest rates set by the agency, and borrowers may need to provide financial statements to ensure business viability.

Maddy summaryACR 138 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the 40th anniversary of New Jersey's Jersey Fresh program, a state-sponsored initiative established in 1984 to promote locally grown produce. The resolution recognizes the program's role in supporting New Jersey farms, increasing consumer awareness of seasonal produce, and serving as a national model for agricultural branding. It does not create new laws or policies but formally commends the program's success in connecting consumers with locally harvested fruits and vegetables across all 21 counties. The resolution directs copies to the New Jersey Department of Agriculture and the State Board of Agriculture for their records.

Maddy summaryACR 114 is a concurrent resolution urging New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Economic Development Authority (EDA) to establish a plastics recycling marketplace. It directs the DEP to use funds from the State Recycling Fund for research on developing this marketplace and asks the EDA to provide funding and support for its creation. The resolution aims to increase recycling of single-use plastics - such as bottles, bags, and food containers - which currently have low recycling rates in New Jersey (6-13%) and contribute to environmental harm like microplastic pollution. This effort does not create new law but requests specific actions from state agencies to reduce plastic waste entering landfills and waterways.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Commissioner of Education to appoint a state monitor for school districts receiving 70% or more of their total revenue from state aid, as reported in the Department of Education's Taxpayers' Guide to Education Spending. It directly affects districts like Trenton Public Schools (86.3% state aid) and Newark City (79.2%), which currently rely heavily on state funding. The monitor would have direct oversight authority over the district's business operations and personnel decisions, similar to existing oversight under the School District Fiscal Accountability Act. This policy change aims to enhance financial accountability for districts with high dependence on state funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill reschedules New Jersey's June 2025 primary election from June 3 to June 10, 2025, to accommodate a religious observance. It adjusts most election-related deadlines to align with the new June 10 date, but keeps specific deadlines - such as those for nominating petitions, ballot position drawing, and mailing vote-by-mail ballots - tied to the original June 3 date. The Secretary of State must notify county clerks, election boards, and the public within seven days of the bill's effective date and publish a revised election calendar. This change directly affects all voters, candidates, and election officials participating in New Jersey's 2025 primary election cycle.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $18.5 million from constitutionally dedicated corporation business tax (CBT) revenues to fund historic preservation projects in New Jersey. It allocates $15 million for restoration and preservation work on 43 specific historic sites (like the Atlantic City Fire Station and USS New Jersey), $1.47 million for site management projects (including heritage tourism planning), and $100,000 for historic preservation easements. All projects must be listed or eligible for state/national historic registers and require recipient matching funds. Additionally, $1.92 million covers administrative costs for the New Jersey Historic Trust under the Preserve New Jersey Act.