The bill prohibits stores and foodservice businesses from distributing paper bags, disposable food containers and cups made out of polystyrene foam, starting in May 2022.
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North Jersey News Roundup for Oct. 29, 2020
The number of COVID-19 hospitalizations passed over 1,000 for the first time since July in New Jersey.
North Jersey News Roundup for Oct. 6, 2020
Gov. Phil Murphy said President Donald Trump’s decision to attend a fundraiser in New Jersey showed “a lack of leadership and not for the first time” in dealing with the COVID-19 crisis.
State Sen. Joe Pennacchio Calls for More Robust Power Grid
“New Jersey’s utilities must be more proactive to prevent massive outages and strengthen the grid State residents depend on,” said State Sen. Joe Pennacchio.
North Jersey News Roundup for Aug. 26, 2020
Gov. Phil Murphy proposed a $32 billion, nine-month revised spending plan for fiscal year 2021.
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.
Gottheimer Takes Aim at Senate GOP While Highlighting Clawback Efforts
Rep. Josh Gottheimer took aim at GOP senators who treat New Jersey as a “piggy bank” but are balking at helping the Garden State as it attempts to recover from the COVID-19 crisis.
Rep. Josh Gottheimer Gives President Trump Failing Grade for Pandemic Leadership
Rep. Josh Gottheimer placed the blame for the lack of a national plan allowing the coronavirus to spread and ensuing economic fallout with the man at the top, Donald Trump.
North Jersey News Roundup for May 12, 2020
Gov. Phil Murphy attacked GOP politicians looking to curtail aid to New Jersey, singling out Senate Majority Leader Sen Mitch McConnell by name.
North Jersey News Roundup for April 28, 2020
Gov. Phil Murphy unveiled the state’s roadmap on health standards needed to be achieved allowing for an economic recovery in the state.
North Jersey News Roundup for April 2, 2020
State officials declared the expected hospital surge for patients with COVID-19 has begun in North Jersey. Six hospitals notified the state they reached “divert” status
COVID-19 Patient Surge Has Begun in North Jersey: Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli
State officials declared the expected hospital surge for patients with COVID-19 has begun in North Jersey. “It looks like the surge is beginning in the
North Jersey News Roundup for March 31, 2020
Gov. Phil Murphy increased the type of businesses allowed to operate in the state. Among those allowed to offer their services are car dealerships, real
North Jersey News Roundup for March 30, 2020
A federal directive on travel restriction for residents of the tri-state area will have little effect on how New Jersey is currently operating, according to