Gov. Phil Murphy proudly resorted to name calling a Florida congressman after he participated in a New York political event held in Jersey City.
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Legislation Enacted for Body Cameras Worn by Law Enforcement Officials in New Jersey
The two pieces of legislation would require all uniformed LEOs in the state to wear a body-worn camera and would regulate their use.
New Jersey Reports Record-high New COVID-19 Positive Tests Ahead of Anticipated Post-Holiday Spike
A feared spike in coronavirus cases from Thanksgiving may be happening sooner than health officials anticipated as the state recorded 4,913 COVID-19 positive tests.
Gov. Murphy Calls McKinsey Opioid Report ‘Appalling, Sickening’ as Overdoses Rise 10% in New Jersey
The news comes as the ongoing opioid epidemic appears to be growing worse during the COVID-19 outbreak, with drug overdose deaths in New Jersey up almost 10% this year.
North Jersey GOP Lawmakers Critical of Gov. Phil Murphy’s Use of Executive Orders
Assemblyman Brian Bergen (R-25) accused the governor of “ruling by executive order, vetoing legislation that would help people.”
Oakland Restaurant Singled Out by Gov. Phil Murphy for Allowing Knucklehead Behavior
“I look at that Portobello restaurant and my jaw drops as oblivious everybody is not doing the right thing,” said Murphy.
No Sitting on Santa’s Lap This Year: Health Department Issues Winter Holiday Guidance
Additionally, the state reported 4,661 news cases and 90 confirmed deaths on Dec. 1.
State Sen. M. Teresa Ruiz Pushes For State Report On Pandemic’s Impact On Student Learning
NJDOE would be required to compile and report on student progress and break the data up into ethic, racial and socioeconomic categories.
More Restrictions for Youth Sports, Outdoor Gatherings in New Jersey
Gov. Phil Murphy announced more surgical restrictions to sports, outdoor gathering and long-term care facilities in an attempt to control the spread of the coronavirus.
New Jersey Officials, Transit Execs Challenge Hudson River Tunnel Repair Study
London Bridge Associates contends that the two existing tubes can be refurbished five years quicker than building a new crossing because work could begin sooner and be less costly.
Sen. Cory Booker Calls for $260 Billion in Federal Funding for Education Systems
Additionally, over 7,500 new infections and 37 new deaths were reported in New Jersey over the weekend.
Legislation Allows Residents to Place Horse Racing Bets when Out-of-State; Is Betting on College Next?
Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation allowing residents to place wagers using New Jersey’s horse racing account wagering system while in another state.
Gov. Phil Murphy Signs ‘Daniel’s Law,’ Protecting Privacy of Law Enforcement Officials
The legislation was named in honor of Daniel Anderl, the son of U.S. District Court Judge Esther Salas, who was killed by an individual seeking to harm the judge.
Murphy, NJDOH Officials Plead for COVID-19 Protocols to be Followed During Holidays
“This is a really, really big week. It’s almost an inflection point,” said Gov. Phil Murphy. “We’ve just got to find a way, folks, to both respect (the holidays) but do it responsibly.”