Rep. Cody Miller

Maddy summaryThis bill allows for-profit movie theaters in New Jersey to obtain a license to sell alcoholic beverages on their premises. The license would permit the sale of alcohol during the two hours before a first-run movie screening and throughout the screening itself, subject to approval by the municipal governing board and the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control. Movie theaters must apply for this license annually and pay an initial fee of at least $210,000, which is reduced to $150,000 if 10 percent or more of the alcohol sold comes from local craft producers. The license is restricted to use only at the theater location and cannot be transferred to other premises.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 2100) expands the authority of educational research and services corporations in New Jersey. It allows these corporations - formed by public universities, colleges, and state-aided institutions - to act as lead agencies for procuring *any* goods, services, or public works, not just educational technology systems as previously permitted. This change applies to all member institutions (including schools, counties, municipalities, and local authorities) that join these corporations. The bill modifies existing law to remove the prior restriction on procurement scope, while requiring compliance with all state and local procurement rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands the types of information insurance companies, agents, and support organizations can share to prevent fraud, while providing legal protection (civil immunity) for those who share it. It directly affects insurance institutions, agents, and insurance-support organizations by broadening what qualifies as fraud-related information they can legally exchange. Key provisions clarify definitions like "adverse underwriting decision" and specify that sharing information to detect fraud - such as misrepresentations in applications or claims - falls under protected disclosure. The bill does not change insurance rates or coverage but streamlines fraud prevention efforts by reducing legal barriers to information sharing.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a mandatory licensing system for general contractors in New Jersey, requiring all individuals or businesses classified under trades 006, 007, 008, or 009 (as defined by the state Treasury Department) to obtain a license. It creates the New Jersey State Board of General Contractors to set licensure standards, review applications, administer exams, and manage renewals, with six board members required to have at least 10 years of contracting experience. To qualify, applicants must meet one of three pathways: complete a construction degree with field experience, complete a state-approved apprenticeship with four years of supervised work, or demonstrate five years of field experience under a licensed contractor. The law prohibits unlicensed practice, mandates license display at job sites, and includes grandfathering for contractors with 10+ years of experience prior to the law's effective date.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A 3240) amends New Jersey's insurance law to clarify that contracts between insurance policyholders ("subscribers") and their appointed attorneys in fact (who manage their insurance affairs), along with any fees from these contracts, are not considered "related party transactions." It directly affects insurance subscribers and their designated attorneys in fact by removing these agreements from a specific regulatory category. The key provision explicitly states such contracts shall not be construed as related party transactions under state law, preventing them from being subject to additional oversight typically applied to such deals. This change ensures these insurance arrangements are governed solely by the existing reciprocal insurance statute, not other insurance regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires contractors working on New Jersey public works projects to verify that all craftworkers meet minimum qualifications. Specifically, it mandates that contractors register electronically and provide proof that each journeyperson has either completed a registered apprenticeship program meeting federal standards or has four years of documented work experience (with union members under certain collective bargaining agreements exempt). The law also requires contractors to confirm they participate in approved apprenticeship programs for any craftworkers they employ. These requirements apply directly to contractors bidding on or performing state-funded construction projects.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Division of Travel and Tourism to create and maintain a public website listing all state historic sites, districts, and roadside markers. The website must include searchable maps, driving directions (from all compass points), photos, tour details, contact information for site owners, and links to local historical programs. It will be updated whenever new sites are added by state agencies like the Department of Environmental Protection or Department of Transportation. This directly benefits tourists, historians, and local communities by centralizing access to historic resource information in one accessible online platform.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey's A4002 requires sports betting operators (licensees and their contracted operators) to create, submit for approval, and publicly post clear rules governing account limitations like wager limits, play time restrictions, and deposit/withdrawal caps. Operators must notify customers in writing when such limits are applied and review those limits periodically. They also must report annually to the Division of Gaming Enforcement on how often and what types of account limitations they impose. This bill directly affects sports wagering businesses and their patrons in New Jersey, ensuring transparency and accountability around account restrictions.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires social media platforms with significant user activity in New Jersey to display prominent warning labels about mental health risks during account sign-up and when users access certain features. It specifically targets platforms that allow social interaction (like profile creation and content sharing) and directly affects minors under 18, as defined by the bill. The warnings must highlight risks identified by the U.S. Surgeon General, including links between heavy social media use and increased depression, anxiety, and sleep disruption in youth. Platforms must comply with these labeling requirements to inform users and families about potential harms. The bill does not impose additional restrictions beyond the warning labels.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a 13-member Task Force on Higher Education Governance and Funding to examine New Jersey's public higher education system. The task force, including representatives from the governor, legislature, university leaders, and labor groups, will analyze governance structures, funding mechanisms, reporting requirements, and workforce alignment over one year. It must hold public hearings and submit recommendations to the governor and legislature by the one-year deadline, using $200,000 in state funds for its operations. The bill does not enact policy changes but creates a study mechanism to inform future funding and governance decisions.