Maddy summaryS 844 establishes the New Jersey Bullion Depository as a division within the Department of the Treasury to securely store precious metals (like gold and silver bullion and coins) for both state entities and eligible private parties. The depository, operated by a private contractor under state contract, must meet strict security standards (Class 3 Vault) and prohibit activities like metal leasing or derivatives trading to ensure physical holdings match account balances. It allows state agencies, businesses, nonprofits, and financial institutions to deposit precious metals for secure storage, with delivery available on demand within five business days. Revenue from fees will go to the State General Fund, and the State Treasurer must report annually on operations. This bill creates a new state-managed storage system for precious metals, focusing on security and accountability.
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Maddy summaryThis New Jersey bill allows the Secretary of Higher Education to appoint an antisemitism monitor at any public or private institution of higher education in the state. The monitor reviews campus policies on antisemitism, establishes anonymous reporting procedures for incidents, and issues quarterly reports with recommendations to improve safety for Jewish students and staff. Institutions must implement the monitor's recommendations, and failure to comply could result in reduced state funding or loss of student financial aid eligibility. The bill defines antisemitism using the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's 2016 working definition.
Maddy summaryNew Jersey's S 772 creates a certification card for individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by a licensed medical professional. The card, issued by the Division of Developmental Disabilities, helps law enforcement and emergency responders understand communication needs and potential stress reactions (like difficulty following directions or agitation from touch). It includes the diagnosis, key behavioral information, and emergency contact details for verification. To obtain the card, applicants must provide documentation of the diagnosis, and the state may charge a fee covering only the card's issuance cost. The card is optional and intended to improve safety and communication during emergencies.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes an independent Office of Inspector General specifically for New Jersey's veterans' facilities, including state-run nursing homes and long-term care facilities serving veterans. The inspector general - appointed by the governor with Senate approval - will investigate complaints about care quality, conduct facility inspections, and subpoena witnesses or documents to ensure safety and standards. The office must operate independently from the Department of Law and Public Safety and can refer criminal matters to prosecutors. It directly affects veterans receiving care in these facilities, as well as facility staff and administrators through enhanced oversight.
Maddy summaryS 834 prohibits New Jersey automobile insurers from raising premiums based on a policyholder's involvement in a motor vehicle accident where they were deemed not at fault. This directly affects drivers who were not responsible for accidents but might have faced higher insurance costs under current practices. The bill amends existing law to ban insurers from using accident involvement (without fault) as a factor in underwriting rules or rating plans. The legislation requires insurers to file underwriting rules with the state commissioner and apply them uniformly, though it remains pending and is not yet law.
Maddy summaryS 1308, the "Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act," bans most abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy based on fertilization timing. It directly affects pregnant people seeking abortions beyond this point and healthcare providers performing them. Exceptions allow abortions if the pregnancy endangers the woman’s life, or if the pregnancy resulted from rape (with reporting requirements) or incest involving a minor. The bill requires physicians to determine the unborn child’s probable age before an abortion and mandates neonatal care if a child survives an abortion under an exception. This legislation would take effect if passed, altering abortion access in New Jersey after 20 weeks.
Maddy summaryThis bill (S 769) upgrades the criminal mischief offense when someone damages or impairs a school bus while children under 16 are present. Specifically, it makes damaging a school bus in front of a child under 16 a fourth-degree crime (up to 18 months in jail or $10,000 fine), and if that damage causes bodily injury to a child, it becomes a third-degree crime (3-5 years in jail or $15,000 fine). The bill directly affects individuals who intentionally or recklessly interfere with school bus operations near children. It defines "school bus" as vehicles transporting children to school, complying with New Jersey’s motor vehicle regulations.
Maddy summaryS 1408 would have required New Jersey's Division of Consumer Affairs to create or contract for an automated tracking system to monitor continuing education credits for professionals (like nurses, accountants, or real estate agents) who need such training to renew their licenses. The system would track each licensee's completed hours to help regulators verify compliance with continuing education requirements. However, this bill was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, because it was already approved as part of P.L.2025, c.315, making it redundant. The bill did not propose new policy changes but rather mandated an existing administrative process.
Maddy summaryThis bill expands New Jersey's disability parking program to include individuals diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or Crohn's disease. To qualify, a person must have their diagnosis certified by a licensed physician, nurse practitioner, or other specified medical professional. Eligible individuals can then obtain a disability parking identification card, placard, or license plates displaying the national wheelchair symbol. The policy change aims to address accessibility challenges linked to these conditions, which often cause urgent restroom needs and mobility limitations.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes New Jersey's official definition of anti-Semitism based on the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's 2016 definition, including specific examples of anti-Semitic conduct. It requires state institutions - including schools and government agencies - to use this definition when reviewing, investigating, or deciding on violations of anti-discrimination policies or laws involving anti-Semitic intent. The bill explicitly states that criticism of Israel similar to criticism of any other country does not constitute anti-Semitism under this definition. It also clarifies that the definition does not infringe on First Amendment rights or conflict with existing state, federal, or local anti-discrimination laws.