Rep. Josh Gottheimer is at the forefront of an attempt to forge a coronavirus stimulus deal in Washington.
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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.”
North Jersey News Roundup for Nov. 25, 2020
A Hopatcong woman was arrested at her home Nov. 25 on charges she sent money to a Syrian foreign terrorist organization.
Bipartisan Bill Promoting New Jersey’s Craft Beer Scene Passes Assembly
The Division of Travel and Tourism within would identify and develop a craft brewery trail featuring some of the state’s best brewpubs and breweries.
North Jersey News Roundup for Nov. 24, 2020
The General Services Administration, formally designated President-elect Joe Biden as the apparent winner of the Presidential election.
Republicans in Trenton Seek Special Session for Job Protections Before Thanksgiving
New Jersey’s Republican leadership called for a special legislative session that would be focused on protecting the state’s industries in the face of a second wave of COVID-19.
Rep. Josh Gottheimer Plans Review of 5th District Schools to Make Sure Every Student is Fed
Rep. Josh Gottheimer plans to conduct a town-by-town review of schools in the Fifth District to determine if students eligible for free meals are receiving them.
Murphy Vetoes $30 Million Bill to Reimburse Restaurants for Pandemic-Related Losses
Legislators panned the governor’s veto, calling it the latest blow to one of the hardest-hit industries by the pandemic.
North Jersey News Roundup for Oct. 12, 2020
With key statistics for COVID-19 rising by the day, the state’s top health official is warning New Jersey could return to conditions from this past Spring
Oroho, Space, Wirths Push Back on End of New Jersey Bear Hunt
State Sen. Steve Oroho was joined by Assemblyman Parker Space and Assemblyman Hal Wirths in condemning the move, arguing it was a reckless play that would increase human encounters with the animals.
New Jersey Republicans Criticize Newly-Signed $32.7 Billion Budget
Republican state lawmakers believe the $32.7 billion budget signed by Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy will only further stress taxpayers in New Jersey.
North Jersey News Roundup for Sept. 23, 2020
New Jersey added five states to its COVID-19 travel advisory
North Jersey News Roundup for Aug. 18, 2020
Gov. Phil Murphy believes the outdoor Fall high school sports season can go on as planned. State Sen. Paul Sarlo and Assemblyman Benjie Wimberly joined the governor in supporting a Fall sports season, but the final determination rests with the New Jersey Interscholastic Athletic Association.
New Jersey’s Expanded Voting Plan Comes Under Fire from State GOP Lawmakers
North Jersey Republican lawmakers are leading the charge against Gov. Phil Murphy’s newly-unveiled plan to allow voters to cast ballots by mail.