Asm. Clinton Calabrese

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits New Jersey's State Lottery Commission from selling lottery tickets online through its own website or mobile apps, directly affecting the Commission and its contracted entities. It blocks the Commission's planned 2024 internet sales rollout (previously proposed in a 2022 rule) but allows licensed courier services to continue selling lottery tickets online under existing law. The key mechanism is a clear ban on Commission-operated internet sales, with no impact on courier services. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a program to reward employees who report tax law violations by employers in New Jersey's construction industry. Whistleblowers who provide specific, credible information leading to an administrative or judicial action against an employer can receive 15% to 30% of recovered taxes, penalties, and interest, or up to 10% if the tip came from media or government sources. It excludes employees who obtained information through their official duties or planned the violations themselves, and includes protections against retaliation under New Jersey's Conscientious Employee Protection Act. The program applies specifically to employers engaged in building, construction, repair, or maintenance work as defined in the bill.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey's bill A1551 requires the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to study advanced transmission technologies (ATT) that can improve existing power grid infrastructure without building new lines. These technologies include smart grid software, high-performance conductors, and systems that reduce congestion, increase capacity, and boost efficiency - potentially cutting costs and speeding up project timelines compared to traditional transmission builds. The BPU must evaluate ATT's benefits for safely meeting rising energy demand (driven by data centers, manufacturing, and population growth), assess state policies that have successfully adopted similar technologies, and hold public meetings to gather input. The study must be completed within one year, with findings reported to the Governor and Legislature to inform future grid planning.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires that contracts between certain New Jersey governmental units (including counties, municipalities, and specific authorities) and online parking payment service providers include a provision prohibiting the service provider from charging users during certain times. It amends the Local Public Contracts Law to mandate this contractual requirement for such agreements. The bill directly affects local governments that contract for online parking services and the payment service providers they work with. The key mechanism is a stipulation in the contract that prevents service providers from imposing fees during designated periods, ensuring users are not charged during those times.

Maddy summaryBill A 1531 aimed to establish automatic renewal for off-track wagering licenses held by entities like the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority. It amended existing law (P.L.2001, c.199) to clarify definitions related to off-track wagering systems, including terms like "off-track wagering licensee" and "account wagering system." The bill would have directly affected licensed operators of off-track wagering facilities by eliminating the need for separate renewal applications. However, it was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, because its provisions were already included in P.L.2025, c.302.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 3048) creates a state-funded grant program to help municipalities provide free transportation services for senior citizens (55+ years old) in New Jersey. Municipalities can apply for grants of up to $25,000 to establish or expand programs covering medical appointments, shopping, recreation, and other essential trips, without requiring seniors to pay costs. The Department of Human Services will manage applications, determine award amounts based on need and available funds, and report to the legislature on program usage within 30 days of the six-month application period. The $2.5 million appropriation expires 180 days after the reporting deadline, with unspent funds reverting to the state general fund.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a New Jersey state income tax credit for child care staff and registered family day care providers. Eligible workers must have worked continuously for six months in their current role and directly supervise children. The credit amount varies by income level (ranging from $500 to $1,500 annually) and depends on whether they care for infants/toddlers (under 30 months) or older children, with higher credits for infant care. To qualify for the full infant care credit, workers must spend at least 50% of their time providing direct child care services.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to create a statewide plan within one year to reduce public exposure to lead in soil and drinking water. The plan must use existing soil test data from cleanup sites, public water testing, and private well results to identify high-risk geographic areas and prioritize public funds for remediation. It also mandates the DEP to develop a public education program about lead health risks and prevention measures. The plan must be posted online, submitted to the legislature, and updated every five years.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a voluntary program for commercial farms in New Jersey to safely collect, transport, and dispose of unused pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers, as well as recycle their containers. The program requires the Department of Environmental Protection to place collection sites across all three regions of the state, host at least two collection events annually per site, and contract with qualified waste handlers. It also mandates an annual public report detailing program participation, environmental benefits, and funding, while requiring the Department of Agriculture to run a public education campaign about collection locations and benefits. Participation is optional for farms, and the program must comply with existing pesticide disposal laws.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows New Jersey resident taxpayers to deduct 50% of their E-ZPass toll payments for New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTA) tolls - covering the NJ Turnpike and Garden State Parkway - from their state gross income. It excludes fines, penalties, administrative fees, and reimbursed amounts from the deduction calculation. The deduction applies to taxable years starting January 1 after the bill takes effect. It directly affects NJ residents who pay tolls via E-ZPass for NJTA roads, providing a tax benefit for those expenses.