For March 5, the state reported 3,347 new confirmed COVID-19 cases and 35 confirmed deaths, bringing those respective cumulative totals to 806,730 and 23,521.
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Sen. Bob Menendez Sponsors Federal Bill to Make Companies Disclose Political Spending
The proposed law would require large corporations to receive authorization from a majority of its shareholders before managers can spend money on political activities.
Gov. Phil Murphy Sees “Light of a New Day” on Anniversary of First Coronavirus Case in New Jersey
For March 4, the state reported 2,605 new confirmed COVID-19 cases and 42 confirmed deaths, bringing those respective cumulative totals to 802,669 and 23,491.
37th Legislative District: Assembly Candidate Alexandra Soriano-Taveras Apologizes for Anti-Semitic Remarks
Anti-semitic comments made by Assembly candidate Alexandra Soriano-Taveras are raising questions about whether her candidacy should move forward by state lawmakers.
Efforts to Regionalize, Countywide K-12 School Districts in New Jersey Endorsed in Bipartisan Drive
The legislation would establish criteria for state-funded regionalization studies to understand the issue better.
Monmouth Poll: Over 60% Support American Rescue Plan
The poll found Americans overwhelmingly support stimulus checks, extending unemployment benefits and state and local aid.
Assembly Republicans To Join GOP Senate Investigation Into Murphy’s COVID Response March 5
For March 3, the state reported 2,957 new confirmed COVID-19 cases and 63 confirmed deaths, bringing those respective cumulative totals to 799,476 and 23,449.
As U.S. Senate Considers American Rescue Plan, North Jersey House Members Explain Vote Supporting Bill
The bill is a $1.9 trillion emergency COVID-19 stimulus package with stipulations to increase financial aid to American families alongside states and local communities.
State Sen. Anthony M. Bucco: Time for Gov. Phil Murphy to Invest Money to Fix Unemployment System
“Governor Murphy has a multi-billion dollar surplus already banked and is likely to get another $6 billion in federal aid in the coming weeks,” said Bucco. “It’s an insult to every New Jerseyan.”
Gov. Phil Murphy Expects First Day of School to be In-Person Next Year
For March 2, the state reported 2,820 new confirmed COVID-19 cases and 48 confirmed deaths, bringing those respective cumulative totals to 795,695 and 23,321.
School District Budget Cuts Decried by North Jersey GOP Members in State Senate, Assembly
New Jersey Republicans in Trenton are taking issue with Gov. Phil Murphy’s budget allocations for education across the state, arguing it would hamstring underfunded districts in Northwestern New Jersey.
Assemblyman Robert Auth to Seek State Senate Nomination in 39th Legislative District With Cardinale Family Backing
Assemblyman Robert Auth (R-39) entered the race to be his party’s nominee this November backed by Carole Cardinale, State Sen. Gerald Cardinale widow.
New Jersey Expands COVID-19 Eligibility List for Teachers, Host of Others Starting March 15
For March 1, the state reported 2,668 new confirmed COVID-19 cases and 21 confirmed deaths, bringing those respective cumulative totals to 792,496 and 23,273.
Rep. Josh Gottheimer Calls for Proud Boys, Other Extremist Groups, to be Labelled Domestic Terrorists
Rep. Josh Gottheimer is urging the U.S. State Department to label the Proud Boys and other violent extremist groups involved in storming the U.S. Capitol as domestic terrorists.