Asm. Lisa Swain

Maddy summaryThis New Jersey bill (A1698) allows eligible voters to register to vote on election day or during early voting at their assigned polling place or early voting site, provided they meet specific requirements. It directly affects voters who missed the standard 21-day registration deadline before an election. Key provisions require voters to provide valid ID (like a utility bill or photo ID), complete a provisional ballot affirmation statement confirming they haven't voted already, and submit the registration in person. The bill updates existing law to make same-day registration at polling locations a standard option, ensuring provisional ballots from eligible voters are counted if all requirements are met.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands eligibility for compensation from New Jersey's Victims of Crime Compensation Office (VCCO) to include victims of motor vehicle crashes resulting in death or requiring ambulance removal from the scene. It also establishes a "Traffic Crash Victim's Bill of Rights," granting victims and families specific entitlements: free access to police reports and crash evidence, notification about court hearings (including license suspension cases), the right to take work leave for related hearings, protection from harassment by the other driver, and access to compensation assistance. The bill directly affects crash victims who previously did not qualify for VCCO benefits under New Jersey law. These changes aim to provide clearer access to information and support for those impacted by serious traffic crashes.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A3126) amends New Jersey law to provide disability insurance coverage for members of the Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF) and Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) who become disabled. It replaces previous disability retirement allowances with group insurance coverage, funded through a special "Teachers Group Disability Insurance Premium Fund" paid by employers. The policy provides a monthly benefit equal to 60% of a member’s base salary (minimum $50) for total disability starting before age 60, covering up to age 70, while excluding pregnancy, war injuries, and self-inflicted harm. The bill was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, as it was already enacted as P.L.2025, c.370.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey's bill A 3032 establishes a three-year pilot program to study whether installing electronic smoking device detectors (for e-cigarettes/vapes) in school restrooms deters student vaping. The program targets public schools serving grades 7-12 in districts selected based on high youth vaping rates in their communities. Participating school districts must apply with data on student enrollment, restroom access, current vaping rates, and local community trends. The Department of Education will install detectors in selected schools and evaluate the program's effectiveness through a final report due by June 2029. This is a study-only initiative with no immediate mandate for all schools.

Maddy summaryThis New Jersey bill (A 3127) requires Medicare supplement insurance policies sold in the state to include two key provisions: (1) limiting premium increases to once per calendar year, and (2) allowing policyholders to pay their annual premium in advance. It directly affects Medicare supplement insurers and policyholders in New Jersey by setting these specific terms for premium adjustments and payment options. The bill also mandates that insurers file annual rates demonstrating compliance with state loss ratio standards, but the core policy changes focus on consumer protections regarding premium timing. These requirements apply to policies issued or renewed after the bill's effective date.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows New Jersey colleges to let final-year graduate students in mental health fields (like psychology or social work) graduate early or enter clinical residencies before the usual graduation date during the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 academic years. To qualify, students must complete all coursework, and institutions must assign a staff mentor to guide them during their residency. It specifically covers licensed mental health professionals including psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, and therapists. The law aims to address pandemic-related mental health workforce shortages by accelerating student entry into practice.

Maddy summaryACR 98 is a New Jersey legislative resolution urging Congress and the President to increase federal subsidies for flood insurance premiums under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). It specifically targets homeowners in flood-prone areas of New Jersey who have faced frequent disasters like Hurricane Sandy and potential premium increases of 500% or more due to FEMA floodplain changes. The resolution requests Congress take "all appropriate legislative and regulatory action" to restore subsidies, particularly for property owners with repeated losses. As a concurrent resolution, it does not create new law but formally requests federal action.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Secretary of Higher Education to impose a $10,000 fine on any public or private college or university that fails to properly investigate a student's allegation of sexual assault committed by another student. If an allegation is proven true, the institution must also take appropriate disciplinary action against the perpetrator. The fine is enforced through existing summary proceedings under New Jersey's Penalty Enforcement Law. The bill directly affects all higher education institutions in New Jersey that receive state funding or oversight.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey mail-in ballot application forms to include prepaid postage, paid by the state. It directly affects voters who request mail-in ballots by eliminating the need for them to purchase postage when returning the application. The key provision mandates that the Secretary of State's application form must include prepaid postage, ensuring voters can mail their requests without additional cost. The bill amends existing election law to implement this change, with the state covering the postage expense. This is a procedural adjustment to simplify the mail-in ballot request process for voters.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the "Training Clinicians to Support Adults with Autism Workforce Development Program" at Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services. It requires recruiting 8-10 students annually from diverse disciplines (e.g., psychology, social work, education) to complete 20-40 hours weekly of intensive training, including hands-on clinical work, academic coursework, research collaboration, and a capstone project focused on improving outcomes for adults with autism. The program is funded by a $500,000 appropriation from the General Fund. It directly supports adults with autism in New Jersey by building a trained workforce to address current gaps in services and quality of life.