Sen. Linda Greenstein

Maddy summaryThis bill requires homeowners who buy, renovate, and resell a single-family home within one year of receiving its certificate of occupancy (called "short-term resellers") to follow specific rules. It mandates that these resellers hold 5% of the sale price (minimum $10,000) in escrow for four months after sale, to cover repairs if renovations violated building codes. Resellers must also provide a property condition disclosure to buyers and certify they lived in the home during renovations. These provisions directly affect quick home flippers who renovate and resell properties rapidly, aiming to protect buyers from undisclosed defects in renovation work.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows New Jersey taxpayers to deduct union dues paid to labor organizations from their gross income when filing state taxes. It directly affects workers who pay dues to labor organizations (such as unions or employee representation groups) that negotiate on issues like wages, hours, or working conditions. To claim the deduction, taxpayers must provide proof of dues paid to the state tax authority. The bill defines "union dues" broadly to include all required membership fees, assessments, or charges paid to these organizations.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the disclosure of certain confidential information related to probation officers under specific circumstances. It amends existing state law to clarify what types of records are considered confidential, including legislative communications, medical examiner photographs of deceased persons, criminal investigatory records, and specific drug-related criminal records. The law also protects victims' records while allowing victims access to their own files. These changes aim to restrict public access to sensitive information held by government agencies and law enforcement.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) from requiring individuals covered by health insurance plans to use mail-order pharmacies or automatically enrolling them in such programs without consent. It directly affects people covered under private health insurers, prescription benefit plans, or New Jersey's State Health Benefits Program and School Employees' Health Benefits Program. The key provision requires PBMs to offer a choice between mail and non-mail pharmacies, with written consent required before using a mail service option. The law takes effect January 1, 2027, ensuring covered persons can select their preferred pharmacy type without forced enrollment.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey's S 3566 would allow educators and school aides to reduce their taxable income by $500 annually if working full-time, or $350 for part-time roles. It applies to teachers in public school districts, charter schools, or approved private schools, and school aides who assist with student supervision. The deduction requires full-time employees to work at least 25 hours weekly (or 12 months annually, excluding standard school-year contracts). This policy directly affects eligible educators and paraprofessionals employed in New Jersey schools.

Maddy summaryThis bill extends the cancellation period for home improvement contracts to seniors. It allows consumers aged 65 or older to cancel such contracts for any reason within five business days (up from three days) after receiving a signed copy, instead of the current three-day window. To cancel, seniors must provide written notice via certified mail or in person, and contractors must refund all payments within 30 days. The law applies to contracts exceeding $500 and requires clear cancellation notices in the contracts themselves.

Maddy summaryS 1294 amends New Jersey's crime compensation law to allow victims of certain sexual offenses to qualify for financial assistance from the Victims of Crime Compensation Office (VCCO) without having reported the crime to police. Specifically, it removes the police report requirement for victims who received forensic medical services (like rape exams) through a county sexual assault response team within nine months of the offense - covering aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault, or related crimes. This directly affects victims who chose not to report to law enforcement but sought medical care through designated response teams. The change ensures these victims can access compensation for medical, counseling, or other eligible expenses without needing a police report. The bill does not alter other eligibility rules, such as the five-year filing limit or the $25,000 compensation cap.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Law Enforcement Critical Mental Health Assistance Grant Program within New Jersey's Department of Human Services, appropriating $3 million to fund confidential mental health services. It directly affects law enforcement officers and their family members (defined as spouses, domestic partners, children, or parents living in the same household) experiencing mental health crises or suicidal distress. The program awards grants to licensed mental health providers who meet geographic criteria to ensure services are accessible within a one-hour travel distance. The Commissioner of Human Services will manage applications, select providers, and publish a list of approved services online, aiming to reduce stigma and improve access to care.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey's S 1204 creates tax credits for businesses hiring veterans. Companies can claim up to $1,200 per qualified veteran annually (10% of their wages) if they hire at least 25% veterans among new employees, maintain 50% retention of previously hired veterans, and provide workplace veteran support services. The credit applies to wages paid between 2020-2024 for both corporation business tax and gross income tax. It directly affects New Jersey businesses and veterans who are honorably discharged post-1965 with proof of service (e.g., DD-214 form). The bill does not cover wages already used for other state tax credits or grants.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits New Jersey law enforcement and automated license plate reader (ALPR) operators from sharing ALPR data with other states for investigations targeting people seeking or providing reproductive health care services that are legal in New Jersey (including pregnancy care, contraception, or abortion). It requires out-of-state law enforcement agencies to provide written assurance they won’t use the data for such investigations before NJ agencies share information. Violations carry civil penalties of up to $1,000 for a first offense and $5,000 for repeat offenses. The bill directly affects NJ law enforcement agencies, ALPR operators, and out-of-state agencies seeking to investigate legal reproductive health services.