The Assembly unanimously passed seven bills on March 1 that seek to provide victims more rights in the criminal justice system and improve how cases involving sexual assault are handled.
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North Jersey News Roundup for March 11, 2021
Gov. Phil Murphy raised indoor capacities to 50%, including for indoor dining, gyms and personal care businesses.
North Jersey News Roundup for March 10, 2021
Gov. Phil Murphy defended his administration’s actions after GOP State Senate and Assembly members held a four hour hearing looking at the response New Jersey undertook in fighting the coronavirus pandemic at long-term care facilities.
North Jersey News Roundup for March 9, 2021
Teachers and childcare providers COVID-19 vaccine eligibility was moved up by 10 days in New Jersey.
39th Legislative District UPDATE: Schepisi to Fill Out Rest of State Senate Term After Trading Barbs with Auth
The Bergen County Republican Organization will gather March 9 to decide who will receive the county line on the GOP primary.
North Jersey News Roundup for March 5, 2021
A year after the first documented case of the coronavirus in New Jersey, Gov. Phil Murphy pointed to the “rays of light” state officials see in their attempts to contain the virus.
North Jersey News Roundup for March 2, 2021
During the month of March, New Jersey will twice expand the list for those eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine—headlined by teachers—despite the state continuing to face significant supply/demand imbalances.
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.
Long-time North Jersey GOP State Senator Gerry Cardinale Passes Away at 86
The second longest serving Senator in New Jersey history, Cardinale passed away on Feb. 20 at Pascack Valley Hospital after a brief illness.
Female Lawmakers Back Impeachment of New Jersey Corrections Commissioner
A group of bipartisan legislators are supporting articles of impeachment put forth by Assemblywoman Jean Stanfield.
North Jersey News Roundup for Feb. 5, 2021
Expanding the COVID-19 vaccine to pharmacies will rectify the issues of access to underserved communities, according to Gov. Phil Murphy.
Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi Looks to Unseat State Sen. Gerald Cardinale in 39th Legislative District GOP Primary
In the 39th district, Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi is mounting a challenge to current State Sen. Gerald Cardinale to be the GOP nominee.
North Jersey News Roundup for Feb. 4, 2021
Gov. Phil Murphy announced the capacity limit would be increased to various indoor gatherings—including dining—in New Jersey effective Feb. 5.
Bills Aiming To Improve New Jersey Nursing Home Infection Control, Reporting Standards Advance
The state Legislature recently advanced four bills aimed at boosting nursing home safety, including measures to improve infection control standards and increase transparency from facilities.