Asm. Cody Miller

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a single online application portal for New Jersey residents to pre-apply for multiple affordable housing options (rental, for-sale, temporary, and priority housing) across the state. It consolidates 10 separate housing subsidy programs - including Section 8 vouchers, rental assistance, and homeless prevention programs - into one application that can determine final eligibility. The portal will let applicants select specific municipalities or regions and replace the current system where residents must submit duplicate applications for each program. This change aims to simplify the process for low-income residents seeking housing assistance.

Maddy summaryThis bill removes a $10,000 salary threshold for retired Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) members returning to teaching positions at public institutions of higher education in New Jersey. Currently, the exemption from having retirement benefits canceled applied only if such employment exceeded $10,000 annually; the bill eliminates this requirement entirely. As a result, retired PERS members returning to teaching roles at public colleges or universities will automatically retain their retirement benefits, regardless of their salary amount. The change aligns with legislative intent to fully exempt these retirees from standard retirement benefit cancellation rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases the tax rate on fire insurance premiums collected by out-of-state insurers from 2% to 3% for properties located in New Jersey. It directly affects non-New Jersey-based fire insurers and their agents/brokers who place insurance with such companies. The tax is calculated on premiums received during the prior year and paid annually to the New Jersey State Firemen's Association. Funds collected are allocated to local fire districts or, if no local association exists, to the New Jersey Firemen's Home for operational expenses and capital projects. The change applies to all fire insurance premiums excluding those on stored vehicles.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the New Jersey Regulatory Modernization Commission to review state regulations and reduce unnecessary burdens on businesses and residents. The commission, composed of 11 members including small business and regulatory experts, will annually assess rules, solicit public feedback via a digital portal, and publish reports with economic impact analysis. State agencies must respond to the commission’s recommendations within 90 days, though the commission has only advisory authority and cannot change regulations itself. The bill appropriates $250,000 for the commission’s operations and requires all findings to be posted publicly. (Bill A-1344, "New Jersey Regulatory Modernization and Red Tape Reduction Act")

Maddy summaryThis bill allows businesses registered with New Jersey's Division of Revenue to opt into receiving official business notices (like new rules or economic incentives) via email instead of paper mail. It applies to most business entities (corporations, nonprofits, etc.) that file registration documents, excluding government agencies. Businesses must still maintain physical mailing addresses for legal notices, and paper mail remains required where state law specifically mandates it. The Division of Revenue will collect email addresses and share them with relevant agencies (like Taxation and Economic Development) to enable electronic notifications.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New Jersey law to extend the deadline for enrolling newborn infants in health benefits coverage from 60 to 90 days after birth. It directly affects newborns and their parents, requiring health insurance corporations to allow enrollment within this longer timeframe. The key provision states that parents must notify the insurer and pay the required subscription amount within 90 days to maintain coverage beyond that period. The bill was withdrawn as it was already enacted into law through P.L.2025, c.194.

Maddy summaryThis bill modernizes the New Jersey Council of County Colleges' role in state funding and strategic planning. It requires the Council to submit an annual unified budget request to the Governor and Legislature, establish a performance-based funding formula (capping state operational support at 43% of colleges' base-year costs), and develop a strategic plan aligned with state priorities. The Council must also advise state agencies on higher education policy, promote equitable funding, and enhance data sharing for student success initiatives. Note: The bill was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, as it was superseded by P.L.2025, c.371.

Maddy summaryThis bill strengthens enforcement of payroll and registration rules for public works contractors in New Jersey. It establishes higher administrative penalties - up to $25,000 per violation - for failing to submit required payroll records, underpaying workers, or falsifying documents. Each underpaid worker and each week of noncompliance counts as a separate violation, with penalties calculated based on factors like prior violations and business size. Contractors must be notified of alleged violations and given a 15-day hearing opportunity before fines are imposed.

Maddy summaryThis bill redirects fines from specific prostitution-related convictions to the "Human Trafficking Survivor's Assistance Fund." It applies to fines collected for offenses under subsection b. paragraphs (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), or (7) of N.J.S.2C:34-1, which include promoting prostitution of minors, compelling others into prostitution, or other serious violations. The funds will be deposited into the existing state fund established to support trafficking survivors, as specified in prior law. This policy change modifies where penalty money goes but does not alter the definition of prostitution or the penalties themselves. The bill affects individuals convicted of these specific prostitution-related offenses in New Jersey.

Maddy summaryAJR 45 is a ceremonial resolution designating March 31 of each year as "Jack Antonoff Day" in New Jersey. It honors Jack Antonoff, a Bergenfield-born musician and producer known for his work with Taylor Swift and other artists, as well as his advocacy for LGBTQ youth through the Ally Coalition. The resolution requests the Governor issue an annual proclamation encouraging public observance of the day. It does not create new laws or allocate funds - only recognizing Antonoff's contributions to music and LGBTQ+ support. This is a symbolic gesture, not a substantive policy change.