Sen. Troy Singleton

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 2931 establishes rules for on-demand micro transit programs in New Jersey, which are technology-enabled shared rides (via app or phone) that pick up and drop off users at selected locations. It directly affects NJ Transit, county transit agencies, and other operators by requiring them to: pay drivers fairly (matching existing wages/benefits), serve transit deserts without replacing existing routes, provide non-smartphone access, ensure disability accessibility, and report monthly data (cost per ride, wait times, etc.) for publicly funded programs. The bill creates a Micro Transit Oversight Committee to certify programs meet these standards before operation. Key mechanisms include mandatory driver licensing, prohibitions on replacing existing transit, and data transparency requirements for public funding.

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 New Jersey bill (S 1842) requires landlords to provide tenants with specific eviction prevention resources. Landlords must distribute a bilingual (English/Spanish) statement and separate eviction avoidance materials within 30 days of availability, to all current tenants and new tenants at lease signing or renewal, with tenants signing an acknowledgment. The materials must include the New Jersey Eviction Guide, contact information for the Office of Eviction Prevention, Eviction Prevention Program details, and local court resources. Landlords who fail to comply face a $1,000 penalty per violation, enforceable through court proceedings.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a matching grant program for New Jersey public school districts, charter schools, and designated "renaissance" schools to address pandemic-related learning loss. It requires schools to use a portion of their federal American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds to implement evidence-based programs that increase instructional time and accelerate learning, with the state matching 50% of those funds. Eligible schools must demonstrate increased learning loss (via state assessment data) and submit detailed plans for interventions like extended learning time, tutoring, summer programs, or targeted academic support. The program is funded from state ARP funds, capped at $200 million, and requires annual reports on effectiveness.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits business entities with state, county, or municipal government contracts exceeding $17,500 from making political contributions to certain committees (including gubernatorial, legislative leadership, or local candidate committees) during the contract term. It applies to all contracts above this threshold, requiring businesses to avoid contributions made in the prior year to these committees. The bill establishes a uniform statewide rule by repealing local options to set different contribution limits, replacing inconsistent local policies with a single standard. This directly affects businesses seeking or holding public contracts across New Jersey’s government levels.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs New Jersey's Department of Community Affairs (DCA) to create two grant programs using federal infrastructure funds. It specifically targets small public water systems (under 500 service connections) to fund operational improvements like leak detection, asset mapping, and infrastructure upgrades, and to establish data-sharing systems for water quality and cybersecurity information. Grant recipients must use funds for concrete projects such as developing asset inventories, deploying leak detection technology, or building data hubs for sharing water system data. The DCA must publish application rules within six months and submit annual reports detailing all funded projects to the Governor and Legislature within three years.

Maddy summaryS 1219 requires New Jersey's Department of Community Affairs (DCA) to create inspection procedures for mold hazards in residential buildings and school facilities, and to establish certification programs for mold inspectors and abatement workers. The bill mandates that inspectors must complete training in mold identification, sampling methods, moisture detection, and relevant laws, while abatement workers must learn safe removal techniques, cleaning protocols, and protective measures. These certification programs, to be implemented within 12 months of the bill's effective date, will require ongoing education and allow DCA to enforce standards through fees, examinations, and penalties for violations. The law directly affects residential property owners, school districts, and professionals working in mold inspection and remediation.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes New Jersey's definition of "veteran" to remove specific date and location requirements for qualifying for civil service jobs and pension benefits. Previously, veterans had to prove service during exact historical periods (like World War I: April 6, 1917-November 11, 1918) or in designated locations (such as Lebanon during specific missions). The bill amends N.J.S.11A:5-1 to eliminate these restrictions, allowing more veterans who served in approved conflicts to qualify. It directly affects veterans whose service dates or locations no longer align with the old criteria but still meet the broader definition of honorable military service.

Maddy summaryThis bill eliminates a $50 fee for filing certified copies of name change orders in New Jersey. It directly affects residents who need official documents confirming a legal name change, such as those changing names due to marriage, divorce, or other personal reasons. The key provision deletes the existing fee from the state's fee schedule (previously listed in section 11(d) of P.L.1987, c.435), removing the cost for this specific service. The change applies immediately upon the bill's enactment.