Sen. Raj Mukherji

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New Jersey's homestead property tax reimbursement program to include disabled residents who receive disability payments under the federal Railroad Retirement Act (45 U.S.C. § 231 et seq.). Currently, only disabled individuals receiving payments under the federal Social Security Act (Title II) qualify for this reimbursement. The bill expands eligibility by adding Railroad Retirement disability payments as a qualifying source, without altering existing income thresholds or residency requirements. This change would allow more disabled New Jersey residents to claim property tax reimbursement on their primary residence if they meet all other program criteria.

Maddy summaryS 4227 designates June of each year as "LGBTQIA+ Pride Month" in New Jersey, recognizing all members of the LGBTQIA+ community including those identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, nonbinary, and other gender identities or sexual orientations. The bill requires the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials and citizens to observe the month with appropriate activities. This designation directly affects all New Jersey residents by establishing state-level recognition of the LGBTQIA+ community's contributions and promoting inclusion. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment and does not create new programs or funding, serving as a symbolic commemorative measure.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands New Jersey's civil service hiring preferences for veterans who qualify under federal standards but not state rules. It would add 5 points to exam scores for veterans meeting federal veteran criteria (e.g., service in specific conflicts like Gulf War or Global War on Terrorism), and 10 points for disabled veterans with federal service-connected disabilities or benefits. To qualify, applicants must have an honorable discharge (excluding National Guard training) and meet federal service period requirements. The changes would apply to civil service exams taken after July 1 following enactment, pending a constitutional amendment for disabled veterans not serving in wartime.

Maddy summaryThe New Jersey Public Option Health Care Act would establish a state-run health insurance program available to all New Jersey residents. The program would provide comprehensive health coverage competing with private insurers at the lowest possible cost to members, with premiums determined by the Commissioner of Health. It creates a Public Option Health Care Board with specific representation requirements and a trust fund to manage program finances. The program would require health care providers qualified for Medicaid, NJ FamilyCare, or Medicare to also be qualified for the public option, with payment rates established through good faith negotiations with providers.

Maddy summaryThis bill, the "Ease of Doing Government Business Act," requires New Jersey state and local government agencies that provide public services - such as issuing licenses, permits, or certifications - to simplify processes and speed up service delivery. Within 180 days of the law taking effect, these agencies must review operations to identify ways to reduce delays, eliminate redundancies, and increase efficiency. They must also conduct annual reviews of transactional services and, where feasible, adopt online tools or automated systems using plain language to make services easier to use. Additionally, agencies must provide public feedback mechanisms for users to share experiences, with responses reviewed within 30 days to inform future improvements.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new independent Office of Cybersecurity Infrastructure within New Jersey's Executive Branch, reporting directly to the Governor. The office will create and enforce state cybersecurity policies, secure technology infrastructure for state agencies and private organizations interacting with residents, and develop artificial intelligence (AI) integration guidelines for public and private institutions. It will be led by a Governor-appointed Chief Officer of Cybersecurity Infrastructure, who will coordinate with state technology offices, create agreements with agencies, and publish annual reports on cybersecurity operations. The office directly affects all state agencies, private organizations serving New Jersey residents, and public institutions using AI systems.

Maddy summaryS 3047 requires hospitals, birthing centers, and healthcare providers in New Jersey to screen pregnant people and those who have given birth within six weeks for preeclampsia (a serious pregnancy-related high blood pressure condition) when symptoms are present. It mandates using evidence-based screening tools, providing patient education about warning signs, and offering a standardized written refusal process for screening. Providers must discuss results and develop treatment plans if preeclampsia is suspected, while encouraging home blood pressure monitoring. This bill directly affects individuals experiencing pregnancy-related symptoms and aims to improve early detection through standardized healthcare protocols.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes New Jersey to issue special "Support Our Veterans" license plates for motor vehicles. Drivers would pay a $50 one-time fee plus a $10 annual fee for these plates, with all collected funds deposited into the "Support Our Veterans License Plate Fund." The fund's money is required to support services for homeless veterans at Veterans Haven facilities through the Veterans Haven Council. The program directly affects vehicle owners who choose the special plates and provides dedicated funding for veteran homeless services.

Maddy summaryThis constitutional amendment (SCR 11) would prohibit the construction or reconstruction of new fossil fuel power plants in New Jersey that burn coal, natural gas, oil, or petroleum products for electricity generation. It directly affects developers, utilities, and state agencies planning new power infrastructure. The ban includes key exceptions: it does not apply to repairs/maintenance of existing plants or to limited "peaking power plants" (used only during peak demand with strict capacity limits) that support grid stability. This is a proposed constitutional change requiring voter approval, not an enacted law.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires property management entities (like companies managing rental buildings) to provide and update the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) with current contact information for residential rental property owners and homeowners' association executive boards. Property managers must submit initial contact details within 15 business days of the bill’s effective date and update them within 15 days of any changes. If property managers fail to provide accurate contact information, causing owners to miss inspection notices, they may be liable for associated fines and could face license revocation for repeated failures. The DCA must then maintain a centralized database of this contact information to ensure inspectors and enforcement agencies can reliably deliver inspection notices to the correct parties.