Sen. Parker Space

Co-sponsor A 5036

Signed into law · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Requires "Electronic Permit Processing Review System" in DCA to enable applicant to submit electronic signature and certain other submission materials for permit application review.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor A 831

Signed into law · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Provides for reciprocity of certain out-of-State EMT certification; establishes criminal history record background check process.*

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) certified in other U.S. states, territories, or Puerto Rico to work in New Jersey without retaking certification exams, provided their home state's standards meet or exceed New Jersey's. It requires all applicants to undergo a criminal history background check through state and federal databases, with disqualification for convictions involving violence, arson, drug offenses, or other specified crimes. Existing EMTs must also complete this background check during their next recertification. The law mandates biennial background checks for all certified EMTs as part of renewal.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Primary S 652

Signed into law · New Jersey Senate · Lead sponsor

Permits governing body of municipalities having population of 30,000 or less to serve as local board of health; validates certain actions.

Maddy summaryS 652 allows municipalities with a population of 30,000 or less to have their governing body (such as a city council or township committee) serve as the local board of health, eliminating the need for a separate board. It amends state law to permit this structure and validates all previous actions taken by such governing bodies acting as the board of health. This change applies to all qualifying municipalities across New Jersey and ensures past public health decisions remain legally recognized.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Co-sponsor S 3916

Signed into law · New Jersey Senate · Co-sponsor

Expands eligibility for wildlife fencing programs to farmers leasing farmland; clarifies eligibility and provides for uniform funding levels for grant recipients.*

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Primary A 111

Signed into law · New Jersey General Assembly · Lead sponsor

Provides that farm, farmstand, or other agricultural operation selling firewood obtained from property other than seller's shall not be considered lumber yard; prohibits sale of untreated firewood from outside of State.*

Maddy summaryThis bill clarifies that farms selling firewood from sources other than their own property (e.g., farmstands or agricultural operations) are not classified as "lumber yards" under local regulations. It prohibits selling untreated firewood obtained from outside New Jersey at these farm locations unless the wood is heat-treated and certified pest-free by its state of origin. The law directly affects farmers, farmstands, and agricultural businesses that sell firewood, as well as consumers purchasing such wood. Key provisions require certification for out-of-state firewood to prevent the spread of pests, while exempting wood sourced from the seller’s own land. The bill took effect immediately upon approval.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Co-sponsor A 4729

Signed into law · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Revises method for appraisals of farmland to be acquired for farmland preservation purposes.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor AJR 230

Signed into law · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Recognizes 75th anniversary of establishment of State of Israel.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor S 1211

Signed into law · New Jersey Senate · Co-sponsor

Provides for civil actions against persons or entities profiting from commission of human trafficking offenses, or maintaining victims of such offenses.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor A 4212

Passed · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Establishes Center for Career Relevant Education and Talent Evaluation of New Jersey at Thomas Edison State University.*

Passed Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 2249

Passed · New Jersey Senate · Co-sponsor

Revises number of qualified disabled veterans' businesses required to designate set-aside contract from three to two.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes New Jersey's requirement for designating set-aside contracts for disabled veterans' businesses, reducing the number of qualified businesses needed from three to two. It directly affects state contracting agencies and disabled veterans' businesses by making it easier to qualify for these set-aside contracts, which reserve work for veteran-owned businesses. The change aligns New Jersey's standard with federal guidelines and neighboring states, addressing challenges caused by the low number of registered disabled veterans' businesses in the state. The amendment modifies existing law to allow set-asides when at least two qualified businesses can bid fairly on the contract.

Passed Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track