Sen. Latham Tiver

Maddy summaryThe Power NJ Act creates a procurement program within the Board of Public Utilities to help New Jersey acquire advanced nuclear energy. This initiative aims to address rising electricity costs and grid reliability issues by supporting the construction of new, safer nuclear reactors that provide consistent, zero-carbon power. The bill also seeks to stimulate economic growth by creating jobs and fostering a local supply chain for nuclear projects. By establishing this program, the state intends to secure a dependable energy source that supports both environmental goals and economic development.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Access Link paratransit vehicle operators in New Jersey to announce every scheduled stop along their routes, either verbally or through a recording system. It directly affects drivers and staff who operate Access Link vehicles, a paratransit service provided by New Jersey Transit Corporation for individuals with disabilities. The legislation adds a new requirement that currently applies only to fixed-route transportation services, ensuring passengers on paratransit routes receive the same stop announcements as those on regular bus routes. The law will take effect on the first day of the second month following its enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands protections for victims of human trafficking and other sexual crimes by removing the statute of limitations for prosecuting these offenses. It establishes specialized human trafficking response teams and increases training requirements for professionals who may encounter trafficking situations. The legislation also appropriates $1 million to the Commission on Human Trafficking to support these initiatives. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to allow victims to testify via closed-circuit television in court to reduce trauma during legal proceedings.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates the South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA) to coordinate transportation planning and infrastructure across southern New Jersey counties, including Burlington County. The SJTA replaces the New Jersey Expressway Authority and Atlantic County Transportation Authority, managing highway systems, aviation facilities, and related economic development projects in the region. It explicitly encompasses Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem counties as part of its jurisdiction. The authority does not replace the Transportation Trust Fund or New Jersey Transit Corporation's public transit services.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires contractors working on New Jersey public works projects to verify that each craft worker meets specific qualifications. Contractors must register electronically and confirm workers either completed a federally compliant apprenticeship program or have four years of documented work experience in their craft. Workers covered by union collective bargaining agreements (which determine prevailing wages) are exempt from these requirements. The law directly affects contractors and craft workers on state-funded construction projects by setting clear, verifiable standards for employment.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires contractors working on New Jersey public works projects to verify that all craftworkers meet minimum qualifications. Specifically, it mandates that contractors register electronically and provide proof that each journeyperson has either completed a registered apprenticeship program meeting federal standards or has four years of documented work experience (with union members under certain collective bargaining agreements exempt). The law also requires contractors to confirm they participate in approved apprenticeship programs for any craftworkers they employ. These requirements apply directly to contractors bidding on or performing state-funded construction projects.

Maddy summaryS 757 amends New Jersey's statute governing local government asset accounting to establish a specific period of usefulness for fire fighting apparatus and equipment acquired through purchase or lease. This change applies to all local governments in the state and requires them to use this standardized period for budgeting and financial reporting. The bill does not specify the exact duration but creates a uniform accounting standard for fire department vehicles and equipment, replacing the current lack of defined guidance for such assets. The amendment affects how municipalities account for these resources, impacting their long-term financial planning.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a temporary "provisional" license for new motor vehicle dealers in New Jersey, allowing them to operate while meeting full licensing requirements. It directly affects new dealers who are setting up their businesses, giving them a short-term license before they must comply with all standard rules (like maintaining an established business location and selling a minimum of four new vehicles annually). The key mechanism creates a new license category under existing law, enabling provisional operation while dealers fulfill requirements such as having proper documentation and business infrastructure. This change streamlines entry for new dealers without altering the core standards for full licensure.

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 1312) allows emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics to use their state-issued certification cards as two points of identification when applying for New Jersey driver’s licenses, permits, or other MVC services. It directly affects EMTs and paramedics who need to verify their identity under the MVC’s Six-Point Identification Verification Program. The key provision modifies the program to count a valid EMT/paramedic certification card as two points (instead of one), streamlining the verification process. The bill requires the MVC to update its rules to implement this change, though it remains pending in the Senate.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new state funding category to provide additional financial support to specific school districts located in municipalities within New Jersey's Highlands or Pinelands preservation areas. To qualify for this aid, a school district must have experienced a net loss in state funding under previous legislation, have a resident enrollment of at least 500 students, and be situated in a municipality where at least 10 percent of the land is designated for preservation. The amount of additional funding a district receives is calculated by multiplying $250 by the number of preserved acres in its municipality, subject to annual caps of $2.5 million for districts with fewer than 1,000 students and $5 million for those with more.