Asm. Chris Tully

Maddy summaryThis bill requires sellers or their representatives (like real estate brokers) to notify buyers about local rent control or rent leveling rules during residential real estate transactions in New Jersey. Specifically, it mandates adding a standardized notice to the property disclosure statement, advising buyers to consult municipal ordinances if they plan to rent the property. The notice must read: "Buyers are advised to consult local municipal ordinances and regulations regarding rent control or rent leveling that may affect the property," and must be provided in writing with buyer acknowledgment. It directly affects buyers of residential properties in municipalities with rent control ordinances, ensuring they receive this information before closing.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires owners of older residential buildings (constructed before 1987 with three or more units), schools, and child care centers to test drinking water for lead every three years. Testing must be done by a certified lab, with results posted online and provided to tenants, parents, or staff. If lead levels exceed EPA standards, owners must notify local health agencies, municipal leaders, and affected individuals in writing. The law applies immediately and exempts properties already covered by prior testing requirements.

Maddy summaryThis proposed bill establishes the New Jersey Student Teacher Scholarship Program to reduce financial barriers for future teachers. It provides eligible students up to $7,200 per semester for full-time clinical practice (the final teaching internship) in approved teacher preparation programs at New Jersey institutions. To qualify, students must be NJ residents enrolled full-time in an approved program and complete required steps for clinical practice. The program requires annual data collection on participants' demographics and program experiences, with funding to be appropriated annually by the legislature. The bill is currently pending before the Assembly Education Committee.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a temporary license for nursing graduates in New Jersey who have completed their education but haven't yet passed their state licensure exam. It allows the Board of Nursing to issue these licenses for one year (with one possible extension for illness or hardship), enabling graduates to practice under a licensed nurse's direct supervision while they prepare for their full license. The temporary license expires if the graduate fails the exam or fails to apply for full licensure 90 days before expiration. Graduates pay fees comparable to regular nursing licenses, and the license cannot be used for independent practice.

Maddy summaryBill A 3045 removes the requirement that owners of veteran and disabled veteran-owned businesses must be New Jersey residents to qualify for certification. The change applies only to small and medium-sized businesses as defined by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority. It allows businesses with their principal place of business in New Jersey to be certified as veteran-owned or disabled veteran-owned even if the owners live in another state. This enables out-of-state veteran and disabled veteran business owners to compete for New Jersey state contracts.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Eagleton Science and Politics Fellowship Program at Rutgers' Eagleton Institute of Politics, creating a formal structure for recruiting scientists, engineers, and healthcare professionals with PhDs. It requires appointing a minimum of four fellows annually - two to work with the New Jersey Legislature (in specified offices) and two with the Executive Branch - to provide expert analysis on policy issues. The bill appropriates $360,000 for initial program costs and mandates annual funding of $520,000 starting in fiscal year 2025 to cover fellow stipends, benefits, and administrative expenses. Fellows, designated as "John Weingart Science Fellows," serve full-time for one year.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires food manufacturers selling products in New Jersey to submit annual reports to the state Department of Health about new food additives not previously reported to the federal FDA. It directly affects food manufacturers by mandating detailed disclosure of safety certifications, chemical identities, manufacturing methods, dietary exposure estimates, and evidence supporting a "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) status for each additive. Key provisions include requiring manufacturers to provide scientific data, usage specifics (like food types and quantities), and evidence of historical safety for additives used in new ways. The law supplements federal FDA requirements by creating a state-level reporting system for additives not already disclosed federally.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits pet shops in New Jersey from selling cats, dogs, or rabbits, directly affecting pet shops, breeders, brokers, and animal shelters/rescues. It requires pet shops to collaborate with shelters for adoption showcases (without payment), bans shelters from paying breeders for animals, and fines violators $1,000 per violation - with license revocation for three or more offenses. The law aims to disrupt the "puppy-mill-to-pet-store pipeline" by prioritizing adoption over commercial breeding sales. It does not affect pet shop sales of other animals or pet supplies.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a voluntary "Pollinator Pathway" designation for New Jersey municipalities that meet specific habitat standards. To qualify, municipalities must establish pollinator habitats with native plants (including at least one milkweed species to support butterflies), provide seasonal nectar sources, water/shelter, and implement five conservation practices like removing invasive plants, avoiding pesticides, and using native species. The Department of Environmental Protection will develop a logo contest every decade for signage to identify designated pathways. The program aims to support declining pollinators (bees, butterflies, birds) while reducing municipal maintenance costs through eco-friendly land management.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health care providers in New Jersey to provide patients with clear, detailed bills within 30 days after insurance processes a claim. The bills must list specific services and expenses by date (not using vague codes like "miscellaneous charges"), include drug names (brand/generic), and display a contact for billing disputes - without charging patients for these summaries. Providers must also offer plain-language versions upon request and include information about financial assistance programs. Health care facilities must respond to billing questions within 10 business days, with sensitive services (e.g., sexual health care) excluded unless specifically requested by the patient.