NJ lawmakers approve notifying parents of kids’ first time caught with pot
February law touched off controversy by keeping first warnings for alcohol or marijuana to minors, with parents informed only if it happens multiple times.
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Republicans introduce measure to prohibit forced mail-in voting in NJ
Over four million voters cast a ballot in the presidential election despite what Republicans call an "unmitigated disaster."
NJ ban on plastic and paper bags approved — now it’s up to Murphy
Single-use bags and polystyrene food packaging will be phased out in the spring of 2022, and plastic straws will be only on-demand in a year, if it's signed.
NJ law would mandate water safety courses at all schools
A Jersey Shore lawmaker wants all school districts to teach water safety to help prevent drownings.
Legislation makes it easier for National Guard members to access benefits
The bill, co-sponsored by Jersey Shore Assemblyman Sean Kean makes it easier for retired National Guard members to access county military benefits.
National Guard Veterans will have easier time getting county I-D cards
Legislation allowing veterans who served in the National Guard to access military benefits has been passed by the New Jersey Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee.
Newly hired psych hospital employees to get disability benefits under proposed bill
The New Jersey Assembly has approved a measure that would protect newly hired workers at the state’s four psychiatric hospitals.