Asm. Garnet Hall

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits New Jersey from providing state aid to public colleges and universities that fail to address antisemitism. Specifically, it cuts funding if an institution authorizes antisemitic events, fails to enforce anti-harassment policies, or doesn't adequately punish perpetrators of antisemitism (including through expulsion or criminal referral). The bill defines "antisemitism" using the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's 2016 working definition. It directly affects all public institutions of higher education receiving state funding in New Jersey.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands New Jersey's early intervention services program to cover children with developmental delays or disabilities from birth through age five, rather than the current cutoff at age two. It directly affects eligible children aged three to five who require support in areas like communication, social skills, or adaptive development. The bill requires the Department of Health to seek federal funding through Part H of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to finance this expanded service coverage. This change modifies existing law to ensure continuity of support for young children as they transition toward school-aged services.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Cannabis Regulatory Commission to monitor prices for medical cannabis products sold by cultivators, manufacturers, dispensaries, and clinical registrants. If the Commission determines prices are unreasonable compared to actual costs, it must establish a six-month price cap on those entities. The Commission can adjust the price cap during the six-month period and implement multiple price caps as needed. This applies only to medical cannabis entities, not recreational cannabis businesses, and aims to ensure pricing aligns with operational costs.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A4269) requires mortgage lenders to notify the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (HMFA) within one business day when sending a foreclosure notice to a homeowner. It mandates HMFA to promptly offer free foreclosure counseling services to homeowners facing foreclosure, regardless of whether they plan to participate in mediation. The bill expands access by ensuring counseling is provided as a standard step after lenders issue foreclosure notices, rather than only as a prerequisite for mediation. This directly affects homeowners at risk of losing their homes, lenders who must send notices, and HMFA which must coordinate outreach.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Department of Human Services (DHS) to review reimbursement rates paid to child care providers participating in the state's child care assistance program, specifically focusing on providers offering early morning or late evening hours. If the review finds current rates inadequate for these non-traditional hours, DHS must seek federal funding (like Child Care and Development Block Grant waivers) to cover the shortfall. DHS must then publish a written report of the review online and provide copies to affected providers upon request. The bill expires once this report is issued, aiming to address current reimbursement gaps that only cover about seven operational hours.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires public community water systems in New Jersey to test water quality quarterly for compliance with secondary drinking water standards. Systems must sample at least 10% of customer taps (in addition to entry points) and report results to the state environmental department, local municipalities, and customers. If tests exceed standards, systems must create a compliance plan within 30 days to fix issues within 30 days, and submit a maintenance plan to ensure ongoing adherence. The law aims to improve transparency and consistency in water quality monitoring for residents served by public water systems.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all youth sports team coaches in New Jersey to complete certified CPR and first aid training before coaching. It directly affects coaches of teams for children under 18, defined as nonprofit, league-affiliated, or municipal recreation teams. Coaches must obtain a certificate from the state Health Commissioner, who will establish the training requirements. The law mandates this training to ensure coaches can provide immediate life-saving care during sports activities.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a certification program for businesses owned and controlled by LGBTQ+ individuals in New Jersey. To qualify, a business must be at least 51% owned, operated, and controlled by LGBTQ+ persons (including real, substantial management authority), not just formally registered. The Division of Revenue will process applications and maintain a public listing in the SAVI database for state contracting agencies to identify certified businesses. This creates a standardized process for certification but does not require state agencies to prioritize these businesses in contracts.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurance companies, hospitals, and healthcare providers in New Jersey to stop sharing an individual's identifying information (like address or phone number) with a policyholder or other person covered under the same health plan if that individual has a valid court protection order against them. It also lets individuals request alternative contact methods for billing information if sharing their details could endanger them. Healthcare providers must then use only the designated contact method for all claim-related communications. The law applies to all health insurance carriers and providers, including those serving minors (with parents/guardians acting on their behalf).

Maddy summaryAJR 69 is a joint resolution designating March 31 of each year as "Cesar Chavez Day" in New Jersey. The bill commemorates the birth anniversary of Cesar Chavez, a farm worker advocate who co-founded the United Farm Workers union and championed nonviolent labor rights for agricultural workers. It requires the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials and citizens to observe the day with appropriate activities. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, honors Chavez's legacy as a labor leader whose work led to California's 1975 Agricultural Labor Relations Act - the only U.S. law guaranteeing farm workers the right to unionize. The designation aligns New Jersey with nine states and federal recognition of March 31 as a day to celebrate Chavez's contributions.