Sen. Kristin Corrado

Maddy summaryThis bill restricts the sharing of body camera footage obtained through New Jersey's public records law without consent from people appearing in the recording. It requires written consent from all "subjects" (such as victims, suspects, or detainees) before disclosure, except for legitimate public health/safety purposes or compelling public interest. Violators face civil penalties of at least $1,000 per violation, plus potential fines and legal costs. The law specifically applies to footage obtained via public records requests, not general body camera use.

Maddy summaryS 3650 establishes the Autism Education Council within New Jersey's Department of Education to address educational needs for autistic students. The council, composed of seven members including the Education Commissioner, two qualified teachers (with specific certifications and experience), and representatives from parent and advocacy groups, will develop strategies to expand autism education services and workforce capacity. It requires the council to meet at least six times annually and will provide recommendations to improve public school support for students with autism spectrum disorders. This bill directly affects autistic students, their families, and school districts across New Jersey by creating a dedicated body to coordinate autism education resources.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a confidential resume bank for New Jersey residents with disabilities who wish to be appointed to state boards, commissions, authorities, or similar entities (such as special committees or task forces). The Governor would maintain an online system where individuals can voluntarily submit their resumes, contact information, disability-related details, and preferred state entities. The resume bank would be accessible only to the executive branch and Legislature, not the public, and would include an online list of available appointments. This system aims to streamline appointment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities seeking these public service roles.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $200 million from available federal pandemic assistance (or state funds if federal money is unavailable) to New Jersey's Department of Labor and Workforce Development. The funds specifically target technology upgrades for the Division of Unemployment Insurance to improve the state's unemployment benefits system, which faced significant strain during the pandemic. The department must submit an implementation plan to the Legislature within 60 days of the bill's effective date. This directly affects unemployed residents by aiming to make unemployment benefit claims and payments more efficient and reliable.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Law Enforcement Critical Mental Health Assistance Grant Program within New Jersey's Department of Human Services, appropriating $3 million to fund confidential mental health services. It directly affects law enforcement officers and their family members (defined as spouses, domestic partners, children, or parents living in the same household) experiencing mental health crises or suicidal distress. The program awards grants to licensed mental health providers who meet geographic criteria to ensure services are accessible within a one-hour travel distance. The Commissioner of Human Services will manage applications, select providers, and publish a list of approved services online, aiming to reduce stigma and improve access to care.

Maddy summaryS 202 requires Rutgers University’s Bloustein School to study how military installations in New Jersey affect the state economy, including jobs, tax revenue, infrastructure projects, and overall economic impacts. The study must analyze direct and indirect effects at both state and county levels, with a report due to the Governor and Legislature within one year. The bill allocates $155,000 from state funds to cover Rutgers’ costs for conducting the study. The findings will provide data to inform state budget and planning decisions related to military installations.

Maddy summaryS 3476 establishes a mediation process for resolving school ethics complaints involving school officials and board members in New Jersey. The Ethics Commission must offer mediation to both the complainant and the named school official, requiring both to sign a confidentiality agreement if they agree to mediate. If mediation resolves the complaint, it is dismissed with a written agreement; if not, the commission investigates, placing the burden of proof on the complainant to establish a violation. The bill mandates a 90-day timeline for the commission to make a final decision on all complaints.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Department of Transportation (DOT) to study whether commercial truck weight limits on state highways should be lowered. The DOT must complete the study within one year and submit a report to the Governor and Legislature with its findings. The bill does not change current weight limits but mandates a formal review process to assess potential adjustments. It directly affects commercial trucking operations and infrastructure planning on state highways.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires county election boards to include representatives from both major political parties when processing mail-in ballots and conducting ballot canvassing. It mandates secure storage for all mail-in ballots and increases penalties for crimes involving unauthorized access to ballot storage areas or tampering with ballots. The law applies directly to county election boards and election officials handling mail-in voting, ensuring bipartisan oversight during key ballot processing steps. These provisions aim to strengthen election integrity through transparent handling procedures and clearer consequences for election-related offenses.

Maddy summaryS 3493 (Sponsored by Senators Beach & Corrado) upgrades penalties for assaulting healthcare workers at New Jersey facilities. The bill amends the assault statute to classify attacks on "health care workers employed by a licensed health care facility to provide direct patient care" and "health care professionals licensed to practice" as aggravated assault - rather than simple assault - when committed at healthcare, human services, or veterans' facilities. This change increases potential penalties for such assaults by elevating the offense level under New Jersey law. The bill directly affects healthcare staff (including direct patient care workers and licensed professionals) working in covered facilities. It does not address security guards specifically, as the text only expands protections to defined healthcare workers.