Sen. Bob Singer

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 33) is a symbolic gesture recognizing the 75th anniversary of Israel's establishment on April 25, 2023. It commends Israel's achievements in building a democratic society and reaffirms New Jersey's longstanding partnership with Israel, including existing educational collaborations (like Rutgers-Tel Aviv University) and economic ties. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it serves only to express support and acknowledge historical and current ties between New Jersey and Israel. It directly affects no individuals or policies, as it is purely commemorative.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits retailers in New Jersey from selling flavored cigarettes (including menthol and clove varieties), non-premium cigars, and oral nicotine pouches. It directly affects tobacco retailers who cannot sell these products through stores, vending machines, or promotional offers. Key provisions include banning any product with a characterizing flavor other than tobacco (excluding clove/menthol), with penalties starting at $250 for first violations and potential license suspension for repeat offenses. The law extends New Jersey's existing 2008 cigarette flavor ban to cover menthol and clove products, which were previously exempt under state law.

Maddy summarySCR 34 proposes a constitutional amendment to direct a portion of motor vehicle fee revenue toward New Jersey's transit system. Specifically, it requires the state legislature to allocate to transit operations (like NJ Transit) any revenue from car registration fees and surcharges that exceeds two amounts: the funds kept by the Motor Vehicle Commission for its own operations, and the $500 million previously remitted to the General Fund in fiscal year 2018. This does not create new funding but redirects existing surplus revenue that would otherwise go to the General Fund. The amendment would take effect only after voter approval, and transit would receive the remaining funds each year after those two deductions.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a nine-member study commission to analyze how increased Medicaid reimbursement rates for nursing home personal care services (from 2017 and 2019 laws) affected nursing homes in New Jersey. The commission will study impacts on operations, staffing compliance, employee retention, financial health, resident costs, and whether any nursing homes closed after the rate changes. It must gather data from nursing homes and submit a report with findings and recommendations to the Governor and Legislature within 12 months. The study focuses solely on factual analysis of existing policy effects, not future policy proposals.

Maddy summaryS 681 requires sellers of single-family homes with solar panels to disclose the installer’s name and contact information in property disclosure statements or contracts. If panels are leased, sellers must clearly state whether the lease transfers to the buyer and include the installer’s details if it does. Sellers who falsely claim installer information face a $1,000 penalty per violation. The law applies to homes with solar installations sold after enactment, with a public education program to inform consumers about the requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires ticket issuers (like venues, promoters, or sports teams) to offer purchasers a transferable ticket option at the time of initial sale if they use a non-transferable system, allowing tickets to be resold or given away without penalty. Exceptions apply for targeted promotions (e.g., discounted group tickets based on specific affiliations), which may remain non-transferable if clearly marked and not offered publicly. It prohibits penalizing or discriminating against ticket holders solely for reselling tickets or using specific resale platforms. The bill exempts venues in certain cities with hotel occupancy fees and retail sales taxes, and aligns with similar New York State rules already in effect.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates the Israel Evacuation Reimbursement Fund within New Jersey's Department of State to reimburse qualified residents for specific travel costs incurred during emergency evacuations from Israel after October 7, 2023, due to the Israel-Hamas war. It covers reasonable expenses like economy airfare, hotel stays, train tickets, and airport/transportation travel, but only for costs not covered by federal programs. The bill appropriates $2 million from the General Fund to fund these reimbursements, with eligibility determined by the State Treasurer based on documented need and fund availability. It directly affects New Jersey residents who evacuated Israel under emergency conditions without prior federal reimbursement.

Maddy summaryThis bill permits licensed adult day care centers and group homes serving individuals with disabilities to restrict access for specific people who violate facility food policies. It allows these facilities to suspend or permanently restrict access to caretakers, guardians, or employees who breach food restrictions, rather than only restricting visitors. The policy applies to facilities providing services under medical supervision (adult day care) or residential support for developmental disabilities (group homes). The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryS 689 expands eligibility for disability parking permits in New Jersey to include individuals diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or Crohn's Disease. The bill amends existing law to add these conditions to the definition of "person with a disability" for parking purposes, requiring certification by a physician, podiatrist, or other approved medical professional. People with these diagnoses would then qualify for the same disability parking placards, license plates, and identification cards currently available to others with certified mobility limitations. The bill is pending in the Senate Transportation Committee after introduction on January 9, 2024.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases the annual amount credited to New Jersey's Shore Protection Fund from $25 million to $50 million. The funding comes from the State portion of realty transfer fees collected when property deeds are recorded - specifically, the $1.25 per $500 of property value paid to the State. The change directly affects the Shore Protection Fund, which uses these funds for coastal protection projects. The bill amends existing law to adjust the credit amount without altering the fee structure or creating new taxes.