Archive for Author: mriser

Clifton and Sauickie say bill mandating high-density housing makes NJ less affordable

TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblymen Rob Clifton and Alex Sauickie voted against the bill changing the affordable housing system and increasing towns’ construction obligations for the next decade when it came to the Assembly floor for a vote on Monday. “Mandating municipalities build high-density housing projects, but refusing to address...

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New Jersey scores big: Assemblyman John Azzariti applauds state’s selection as FIFA World Cup finals host

WESTWOOD, N.J. – Assemblyman John V. Azzariti Jr. celebrated the announcement that New Jersey will host the prestigious FIFA World Cup finals. The event is expected to generate significant economic benefits, shining a global spotlight on the state’s exemplary facilities and hospitality. “The FIFA World Cup finals will provide...

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Committee passes Matsikoudis bill waiving tuition for some students studying to enter workforce

TRENTON, N.J. – The Assembly Labor Committee on Monday cleared a bill sponsored by Assemblywoman Michele Matsikoudis to make apprenticeship programs more accessible for students earning less than the state’s median income. “Apprenticeship programs allow students to earn industry-recognized credentials that lead to gainful employment, but paying for the...

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Dunn pushes to enhance state child tax credit following vote in Washington

TRENTON, N.J. – A bill to gradually increase the refundable cap on the federal child tax credit to $2,000 passed the House on Wednesday, and now Assemblywoman Aura Dunn wants New Jersey to follow suit. “Both parties in Washington recognized the need to enhance the federal tax credit to...

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Sauickie on NJ soldier killed by drone attack in Jordan

TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Alex Sauickie mourns the tragic loss of three U.S. Army Reservists killed in the drone attack in Jordan, who include Sgt. William Jerome Rivers, a New Jersey native.   “Sergeant William Jerome Rivers served this nation and state with great distinction, and his loss is a...

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Barranco on drone attack killing three U.S. soldiers in Jordan, failed Biden policies

TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Christian Barranco says failed federal policies are endangering Americans, including soldiers stationed overseas and everyday citizens suffering from the immigration crisis along the US-Mexico border. “It is time for our country to stand up and be the world leader it has always been in the...

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NJ Transit indefinite fare hikes is like Murphy’s approach to tolls, says Munoz

TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblywoman Nancy Munoz criticized the Murphy administration’s plans to raise NJ Transit fare prices by 15% and then 3% indefinitely. The same tact was taken for the Turnpike Authority, which has the power to raise tolls 3% annually. “Gov. Murphy said he will fix New Jersey...

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Newly elected GOP lawmakers, mayor visit war-torn Israeli communities near Gaza border

TRENTON, N.J. – Three newly elected Republican Assembly members, Assemblymen Michael Inganamort, Paul Kanitra and Greg Myhre, and Middletown Mayor Tony Perry, are among the delegation of state legislators, elected officials and educators visiting war-torn communities and families in Israel next week with the Jewish Federation of Greater Metrowest...

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Bill improving transportation from Atlantic City airport to AC tourism district signed into law

TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Don Guardian, Assemblywoman Claire Swift and Assemblyman Antwan McClellan’s bill improving transportation between the Atlantic City International Airport and Atlantic City’s tourism district was signed into law this week. The measure allows the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority to enter into contracts with state transportation agencies...

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Three Sauickie bills supporting open space and clean water projects signed into law

TRENTON, N.J. – Three bills supporting state funding for open space, clean water and other environmental projects were signed into law on Tuesday, further highlighting the successful conclusion of Assemblyman Alex Sauickie’s first term in office. Other recently signed Sauickie bills include a “national game-changer” for farmland preservation and...

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