Sen. Kristin Corrado

Maddy summaryS 1120 establishes a 25-member "Commission on People with Disabilities" within New Jersey's Department of Human Services. The commission, with 13 voting members appointed by the Governor, Senate President, and Assembly Speaker (requiring at least 3 disability community members total), and 12 non-voting ex-officio members from state agencies, will advise on policies, coordinate services, and prevent employment discrimination for people with disabilities. Its key duties include suggesting legislation, serving as a government-contact point for disability communities, and ensuring state agencies meet disability needs. The commission must submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature on its findings and recommendations.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes New Jersey to create special "Woman Veteran" license plates featuring a silhouette of a woman veteran saluting against an American flag. To qualify, applicants must provide proof of veteran status (such as a DD-214 form) and pay a $50 application fee plus a $10 annual fee. The collected fees fund a dedicated "Woman Veteran License Plate Fund," which annually supports organizations providing services to women veterans. The program requires initial non-public funding to cover setup costs before implementation.

Maddy summaryS 358 increases penalties for human trafficking involving children under 18 by mandating life imprisonment without parole for all offenses, including both sexual exploitation and forced labor. Currently, trafficking children for sex carries a life sentence without parole, but this bill expands that requirement to cover all forms of child trafficking. The bill also requires a $25,000 fine for offenders, with funds directed to a survivor assistance fund, and mandates restitution to victims based on labor value. This directly affects traffickers who exploit children, regardless of whether the trafficking involves sexual activity or labor.

Maddy summaryThis bill repeals a 2.5% surtax (the "Corporate Transit Fee") that applied to certain corporations with over $10 million in New Jersey taxable income during specified periods. It directly affects large corporations paying the Corporation Business Tax (CBT) that met this income threshold, eliminating an additional fee they previously owed. The fee, which was imposed alongside regular CBT payments, funded New Jersey Transit operations and capital projects starting in fiscal year 2026. The repeal takes effect immediately upon enactment, removing this requirement for all future privilege periods.

Maddy summaryS 1167 creates a rebuttable presumption that defendants charged with carjacking, theft of a motor vehicle, or burglary committed in furtherance of theft of a motor vehicle must be held in pretrial detention if they have a prior conviction for theft of a motor vehicle within the last 12 months or prior pending charges for that crime. The court must order detention unless the defendant proves that bail or conditions would ensure their appearance in court and public safety. This presumption applies to any pretrial detention motion filed for a crime committed during the bill's one-year effective period, even if filed after the bill expires. The bill affects only these specific offenses and does not alter pretrial detention rules for other crimes.

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 2043) revises New Jersey's reckless vehicular homicide law to increase penalties for drivers causing death while operating a vehicle recklessly. It directly affects drivers convicted of such crimes who were driving under the influence (DUI), with a suspended license, or near schools (within 1,000 feet of school property or school crossings). Key provisions include: a mandatory minimum prison term (one-third to one-half of sentence or three years, whichever is greater), automatic pretrial detention, a license suspension of 5 years to life, and vehicle forfeiture (unless the defendant proves hardship). The law also specifies that ignorance of school proximity or lack of students present does not excuse violations near schools.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey bill S 859 requires the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to provide vehicle registration and driver licensing services in every county, either through separate agencies or a single combined office. It mandates that each county must have access to basic driver’s licenses, ID cards, vehicle registrations, and related services currently offered by the MVC. This change directly affects all New Jersey residents who need these services, eliminating the current reliance on centralized or limited-location offices. The bill takes effect three months after enactment, ensuring statewide access to MVC services without specifying new policies or funding mechanisms.

Maddy summaryThis bill would automatically adjust New Jersey's income tax brackets for inflation each year, using the Consumer Price Index. It directly affects all New Jersey residents who pay state income tax, particularly middle-income earners who would otherwise face higher taxes due to inflation without these adjustments. The bill does not change current tax rates but ensures income thresholds (like $150,000) rise with inflation to prevent "bracket creep," where inflation alone pushes taxpayers into higher tax brackets. This mechanism maintains the tax structure's original intent over time without requiring annual legislative action.

Maddy summaryS 2866 requires New Jersey's Commissioner of Human Services to appoint a State Dementia Services Coordinator with expertise in dementia care. This coordinator will develop a master plan, coordinate existing state services (including the Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Advisory Commission), prevent service duplication, identify gaps, and improve access to quality dementia care for affected individuals and their families. The bill appropriates $150,000 from the General Fund to fund this position and mandates all state departments to cooperate with the coordinator by providing necessary data and assistance. It directly affects people with dementia, caregivers, and state agencies delivering dementia-related services.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes new licensing and operational standards for residential mental health treatment facilities in New Jersey. It requires these facilities to provide comprehensive 24/7 care consistent with medical guidelines, prohibits retrospective medical necessity reviews, and mandates licensing from the Commissioner of Health. The bill directly affects facilities offering residential mental health care (excluding hospital-based programs or substance use facilities) and the patients they serve. Key provisions include mandatory licensing, location restrictions (banning co-location with substance use facilities), and requiring the commissioner to adopt minimum care standards within 90 days.