Asm. Mike Inganamort

Maddy summaryThis bill allows small municipalities (under 12,000 population with no police department) to bypass standard civil service hiring rules under specific conditions. If the Civil Service Commission doesn't provide a certified hiring list within 30 days of a request, or if no suitable candidates are found on the list, the municipality may appoint a qualified candidate directly after signing a waiver approved by the Commission. The appointed candidate must complete a working test period to gain civil service status, and the Commission cannot later require the municipality to replace them even if a certified list is eventually issued. This applies to cities, towns, townships, villages, and boroughs seeking to fill vacancies faster.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires municipalities to provide preliminary approval before the state can license cooperative sober living residences (CSLRs), which are homes specifically for people recovering from substance addiction. Applicants must obtain a written certificate from local officials confirming the residence meets all existing zoning and land use regulations before submitting a state license application. The Department of Community Affairs cannot issue a license without this municipal approval, adding a local review step to the licensing process. This directly affects CSLR operators seeking state licensure, municipal officials responsible for issuing approvals, and the state agency managing the licensing. The bill does not change the definition or operation of CSLRs, only the pre-licensing approval process.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the State of New Jersey to reimburse local governments (municipalities, counties, school districts, and fire districts) for property tax revenue lost during the **first tax year** when a veteran is approved for a 100% service-connected disability property tax exemption. It mandates that tax collectors provide the State with documentation of the uncollected taxes within 10 days of exemption approval, and the State Treasurer must issue reimbursement within 10 days of the next quarterly tax bill due date. The policy directly affects veterans who qualify for the exemption and the local governments that would otherwise lose revenue from their property taxes. It does not change the eligibility criteria for the veterans' exemption itself.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all New Jersey hospitals providing maternity services and licensed birthing centers to offer parents or guardians of newborns the opportunity to view a video approved by the State Health Commissioner about infant and young child drowning risks. The Department of Health must maintain a list of approved videos with online links. It directly affects parents of newborns in these facilities, making the video information available during the postpartum period. The requirement takes effect 120 days after the bill is signed into law.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits New Jersey from charging drivers a fee based on the number of miles they travel in a vehicle. It also bans the state from using public funds for any study, program, or pilot project related to such a fee. The bill defines a "mileage-based user fee" as a charge calculated by miles driven during a set period. This law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryThis resolution directs New Jersey's Attorney General to repeal most of Attorney General Directive 2018-6, which previously restricted local law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigration authorities (ICE). It specifically urges the AG to remove barriers preventing police from sharing immigration status information with federal officials when investigating crimes. The resolution preserves provisions related to T-Visa and U-Visa certifications for victims of trafficking and crime, while modifying the directive to explicitly allow law enforcement to ask questions needed for these certifications and share immigration status details. This change would affect all New Jersey state, county, and local law enforcement agencies in their interactions with federal immigration authorities.

Maddy summaryACR 125 is a proposed constitutional amendment that would add a new right to New Jersey's state constitution, protecting the people's ability to fish, hunt, trap, and harvest wildlife using traditional methods. If approved, it would require state laws managing fish and wildlife to prioritize these activities while ensuring conservation for future generations. The amendment specifically mandates that traditional hunting and fishing methods remain the preferred approach for controlling invasive or overpopulated species. This would apply to all New Jersey residents who participate in these activities, though the amendment itself requires voter approval to take effect.

Maddy summaryThe Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation Prevention Act requires manufacturers and sellers of Internet-connected devices (like smartphones and tablets) sold in New Jersey to include a digital blocking feature that prevents access to obscene material, child exploitation content, and websites involved in human trafficking or prostitution. Companies must ensure the blocking works properly, provide a reporting system for users to flag unblocked obscene content or wrongly blocked material, and actively block child pornography and revenge pornography. Users aged 18+ can disable the blocking by paying a one-time $20 fee, and companies may pay a $20 opt-out fee per device; collected funds support the state’s Commission on Human Trafficking. Violations can result in fines up to $20,000 for repeat offenses, with lawsuits allowed for unreported unblocked content.

Maddy summaryThis New Jersey bill (A3835) prohibits requiring individuals to receive or disclose COVID-19 vaccination status as a condition for accessing services or rights. It bans asking about vaccination, mandating vaccines, or demanding proof for 15 specific areas, including employment, education (schools/universities), healthcare, business services, public spaces (parks, restaurants), and government activities. The law makes it unlawful to discriminate against unvaccinated people or those who refuse to disclose their status. Violators face civil penalties of $25,000 plus attorney fees in court, enforceable immediately upon passage. It directly affects all New Jersey residents interacting with businesses, schools, healthcare providers, or public venues.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits New Jersey institutions of higher education from requiring students to receive a COVID-19 vaccination or provide proof of vaccination as a condition for enrollment, course attendance, or participation in campus programs. It directly affects colleges and universities in New Jersey and the students they serve. The law takes immediate effect, removing vaccination mandates for these educational activities without exceptions for health or safety reasons.