Sen. Troy Singleton

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey State Police to create a recovery leave policy for troopers who provide proof of pregnancy. The policy must guarantee at least eight weeks of paid leave after childbirth with full benefits, not counting as sick leave or reducing sick leave balances, and must exempt troopers from residency restrictions or integrity checks during this period. The Superintendent must post clear information about the policy, including required forms, FAQs, and contact details, on the State Police intranet. Note: The bill was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, as it was already covered under P.L.2025, c.259.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New Jersey's school bus stop laws to authorize the use of school bus monitoring systems for enforcement. It directly affects drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses (including those transporting children or individuals with developmental disabilities) and school districts/municipalities that install such systems. Key provisions establish that violations captured by these systems result in a $250 civil penalty (instead of criminal penalties), with collected funds directed to municipal and school safety programs. The bill also clarifies that registered vehicle owners are presumed responsible for violations recorded by the systems.

Maddy summaryS 1857 amends New Jersey's Local Redevelopment and Housing Law to explicitly exclude farmland actively devoted to agricultural use (and taxed under the Farmland Assessment Act of 1964) from being classified as a "redevelopment area" or "rehabilitation area." This directly affects farmers who maintain agricultural operations and qualify for the farmland tax assessment program, preventing their land from being included in redevelopment projects. The key mechanism is a technical amendment to the legal definition of "redevelopment area" within the law. This change ensures farmland under the Farmland Assessment Act cannot be subject to redevelopment processes governed by the current law.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey's S 1818, the "Electric Public Utility Fair Profit Act," requires electric utilities to annually review their actual revenues against the board-approved revenue limit. If revenues exceed this limit by more than 0.5%, utilities must redistribute excess profits to customers: 50% for profits up to 1% over the limit (via bill credits and direct payments), 75% for 1-2% over, and 100% for over 2%. Utilities failing to comply face fines (capped at 5% of revenue limit or excess profits), with all penalty funds directed to existing utility assistance programs for residential customers. The bill directly affects all New Jersey electric utilities distributing power to end users, aiming to return excess profits to customers rather than allowing full retention.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 32) urges New Jersey's State Boards of Medical Examiners, Dentistry, Nursing, and Pharmacy to require ongoing training for healthcare professionals on opioid pain medication. The resolution specifically calls for continuing education covering responsible prescribing practices, non-opioid pain management alternatives, and recognizing signs of opioid misuse or addiction. It applies to all prescribers (like doctors, dentists, pharmacists) and relevant non-prescribers (such as nurses) who interact with patients on opioids. The resolution is non-binding and recommends these requirements remain in effect for two license renewal cycles, unless extended by the boards.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey's S 2919 allows eligible voters who missed the standard 21-day registration deadline to register and vote on election day or during early voting. It permits voters to register in person at their assigned polling place on election day or at an early voting site in their county, provided they show ID or utility bill proof and complete a registration affirmation. The bill amends existing law to ensure provisional ballots cast under these conditions are counted if valid, without requiring prior registration. This change directly affects voters who register late but meets the in-person verification requirements at voting locations.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires contractors to pay the prevailing wage rate for workers on data center construction projects meeting specific size thresholds (250 kilowatts electrical capacity or designed for 500 kilowatt-hours average usage). It directly affects contractors and subcontractors working on such projects in New Jersey, mandating registration, safety documentation, certified payroll submission, and OSHA training compliance. Key provisions include requiring all workers to complete OSHA-10 safety training, restricting third-tier subcontractors, and banning temporary labor unless tied to registered apprenticeships. The bill also establishes joint liability for unpaid wages and requires detailed weekly worker attendance records.

Maddy summaryThis bill strengthens penalties for firearms trafficking and regulatory violations in New Jersey. It increases criminal penalties for licensed dealers who knowingly sell firearms to prohibited persons (now a second-degree crime with an 18-month mandatory prison term), adds stricter requirements for dealers to verify buyer eligibility, and imposes a five-year mandatory prison term for selling firearms to anyone under 18. The law directly affects licensed firearm dealers, individuals disqualified from firearm possession under state or federal law, and minors under 18. Key mechanisms include mandatory minimum sentences, permanent license revocation for dealers selling to prohibited persons, and separate sentencing for related offenses.

Maddy summaryS 1385, known as "Lisa’s Law," establishes a four-year pilot program in Ocean County (or another county chosen by the Attorney General) requiring electronic monitoring for certain domestic violence offenders who violate restraining orders. The law mandates that courts obtain a victim’s informed consent before ordering monitoring, considering factors like the offender’s history of violence, weapon access, and mental health. It requires monitoring devices to meet federal tracking standards, allows courts to charge offenders a $250 fee (with waivers for hardship), and directs funds to a Domestic Violence Victim Notification Fund. The program applies only to defendants convicted of contempt for violating domestic violence orders under New Jersey’s Prevention of Domestic Violence Act.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) to administer glucagon and perform blood glucose tests, which they currently cannot do under New Jersey law. It requires the Commissioner of Health to create certification standards, including approved training and exams using auto-injector devices, for EMTs to gain this authority. Certified EMTs must follow specific protocols for using glucagon (a medication that raises blood sugar during severe hypoglycemia) and testing, with a public registry maintained for transparency. The policy directly affects EMTs and patients with diabetes experiencing life-threatening low blood sugar who cannot take oral sugar. The bill takes effect six months after enactment.