Two New Jersey lawmakers have proposed a bill that would extend new tax breaks to New Jersey diners in a bid to counter post-pandemic slowdowns and inflation. The bill , dubbed the “Saving Our Diners and Protecting Our Past Act,” would exempt qualifying diners from New Jersey’s sales tax and create new tax credits for the state’s historic diners and other restaurants. It is sponsored by Sen. Paul Moriarty (D-Gloucester) and Assemblyman Lou Greenwald (D-Camden). “They’re kind

By Jennifer Portorreal, News 12 The change is aimed at raising awareness and improving safety for anyone who is stopped on the shoulder. New Jersey lawmakers are pushing to expand the state’s Move Over Law, saying too many drivers still fail to slow down or change lanes when they see flashing lights on the roadway. The current law requires drivers to move over for emergency vehicles, tow trucks and road crews. But a new bill would extend that requirement to any stopped vehicl

Senator Moriarty and Assemblyman Hutchison's bill, S3508/A4651,  to impose consequences on the parents and legal guardians who have displayed a willful disregard for the supervision and control of minors involved in public brawls or disorderly conduct, passed the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee.  Senator Moriarty and Assemblyman Hutchison’s bill, now law, S3507/A4652, made inciting a public brawl a serious offense. Although this law holds perpetrators accountable, S350

Assemblyman Miller's bill, A5517/S4689, to direct the NJ Board of Public Utilities to conduct a study on whether advanced nuclear reactors could be developed across the Garden State, passed the Senate Environment and Energy Committee unanimously.  New Jersey already relies on nuclear power for over 40 percent of its electricity, making it a major source of clean and dependable energy. Due to rising utility costs, the purpose of this legislation is to find and produce reliable

Both Washington Township High School Group 5 and Winslow Township High School Group 4 brought home state football championships, and Winslow achieved their second consecutive title. We are incredibly proud of the teamwork, talent, and commitment that made these victories possible. Congratulations to our student athletes, coaches, families, and school communities. These accomplishments reflect the very best of our district.

For the past year, we've proudly hosted the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJ MVC) Mobile Unit at our office in Washington Township. After 12 visits, we successfully helped just under a thousand residents to secure a REAL ID. Our office coordinated with the NJ MVC to create a smooth process without the need to travel long distances or wait in overcrowded facilities. When the REAL ID mandate took effect back in May, many residents found themselves stuck facing the tight

Earlier this year, Senator Moriarty and Assemblyman Hutchison met with constituents who expressed the lack of regulation and oversight of sober living homes. Shortly after, they introduced a bill (S2952/A4535),  now law , to regulate sober-living homes. This law recently took effect, now requiring sober-living homes to undergo unannounced state inspections twice a year, adhere to stricter reporting requirements, and face stiffer fines for any violations. This new law is to en

By Pat Evans, iGB MLB is reportedly pushing to ban microbets, while New Jersey legislators propose prohibiting them and Congressman Paul Tonko calls for league support of national safeguards following the recent NBA gambling scandal. Some lawmakers and leagues are narrowing their focus on microbets following the recent NBA gambling scandal. Multiple federal lawmakers urged bans on prop bets following FBI arrests last month tied to a gambling scheme involving NBA games, but o

By Tom Nightingale, SBC Americas A New Jersey Senator has filed a bill that would ban in-play prop bets on the next action in a sporting event. Sen. Paul Moriarty ‘s S4794 has been referred to the Senate Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee for discussion. It defines a “micro bet” as a proposition bet wagered live during an athletic event and concerning the outcome of the next play or action occurring in the sport or athletic event.   S4794’s text

Left to Right: Assemblyman Cody Miller, Senator Paul Moriarty, Gloucester Township Mayor Dave Mayer, Gloucester Township Councilwoman Helen Albright Troxell, and NJ Department of Transportation Commissioner Francis O'Connor Senator Paul Moriarty and Assemblyman Cody Miller joined Gloucester Township Mayor, Council, and NJ DOT Commissioner Francis O'Connor to announce the Black Horse Pike Resurfacing Project. The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) will soon begin

By Ross DiMattei, Bill Seiders, CBS Philadelphia https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/sports-betting-scandal-new-jersey/ A South Jersey lawmaker wants to ban a type of sports wager known as "microbetting," saying the practice can lead to impulsive gambling behavior and financial ruin — especially among younger players. Assemblyman Dan Hutchison, a Democrat representing New Jersey's 4th District, has introduced a bill that would prohibit prop-style "microbets" in the Gard

The NJ PAS-1 Application is a combined application for seniors to apply for property tax relief programs. If you are under 65 years of age, you may be eligible for ANCHOR! ANCHOR Program ANCHOR (Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters):  You are eligible if: You were a New Jersey resident, and You owned/rented and occupied a home in New Jersey that was your principal residence (main home) on October 1, 2024; and Your 2024 New Jersey gross income was not m

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(GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ) -  Gloucester Township Community Park will soon see major upgrades thanks to $750,000 in funding secured by...

Every dollar says, “This note is legal tender for all debts, public and private.” Yet some businesses were refusing to accept cash. To...

(WINSLOW TOWNSHIP, NJ)  – Assemblymen  Cody Miller  and  Dan Hutchison   (both D-Atlantic, Camden, Gloucester)  recently joined local...

Funding will build new batting cages for youth sports and residents at no added cost to local taxpayers (GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ) -...

Recently, deeply disturbing cases in New Jersey and Connecticut have highlighted how children withdrawn from traditional schools can...

(TRENTON) — Assembly members Dan Hutchison  and Cody Miller   (both D-Atlantic, Camden, Gloucester)  joined local officials late last...

I recently introduced three pieces of legislation to strengthen protections for consumers and streamline local services:   Improving...