Sen. Ed Durr

Co-sponsor A 3677

Vetoed · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Prohibits sale, distribution, import, export or propagation of certain invasive species without permit from Department of Agriculture; establishes NJ Invasive Species Council.**

Vetoed Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 2764

Signed into law · New Jersey Senate · Co-sponsor

Establishes "VETeach Pilot Program" in DOE to facilitate teacher certification of veterans.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor S 3662

In committee · New Jersey Senate · Co-sponsor

Expands eligibility for "fishing buddy license" fee.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands eligibility for New Jersey's "fishing buddy license" by removing the age limit for companions. Previously, companions had to be under 65 to qualify for the reduced fee; the bill now allows anyone aged 16 or older to apply for the $10.75 fishing buddy license when purchasing it alongside a qualifying companion (a resident aged 16+ without a recent fishing license, or a nonresident applying for a nonresident license). The key mechanism reduces the standard resident fishing license fee ($21.50) to $10.75 for the buddy license when paired with a qualifying companion. This directly affects New Jersey residents aged 16+ who fish with companions, particularly seniors who previously couldn't qualify for the discounted rate.

In committee Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 3409

Signed into law · New Jersey Senate · Co-sponsor

Updates certain insurance company investment provisions in accordance with Investments of Insurers Model Act.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor S 3013

Signed into law · New Jersey Senate · Co-sponsor

Revises definition of women's business enterprise and minority business enterprise.*

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 S 3723

Signed into law · New Jersey Senate · Co-sponsor

"Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Battery Management Act."*

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor A 5227

Passed · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Expands eligibility for "fishing buddy license" fee.

Passed Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 1662

Passed · New Jersey Senate · Co-sponsor

Requires NJ Youth Suicide Prevention Advisory Council to prepare report regarding suicide prevention instruction in public schools.

Passed Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 4180

In committee · New Jersey Senate · Co-sponsor

Establishes Training Clinicians to Support Adults with Autism Workforce Development Program in Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services; appropriates $500,000.

In committee Jan 4, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track